Irvine, KY, United States
Battle of Irvine. Only Civil War battle in this area. Col. John S. Scott, CSA, and troops arrived here July 30, 1863, with plan to capture 14th Ky. Cavalry. Held Irvine only a few hours. Col. W. P. Sanders, USA, and his force pursued Scott, capturing some of rear guard. Col. Scott's troops crossed r
iver at Irvine but fought with Col. Sanders' men from other side. Scott soon departed.
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