Fair Oaks, Henrico County, Virginia

Coordinates: 37°31′51″N 77°18′58″W / 37.53083°N 77.31611°W / 37.53083; -77.31611 Fair Oaks is an unincorporated community located in Henrico County, Virginia.[1] Fair Oaks Station was located on the Richmond and York River Railroad and played a role in the Peninsula Campaign in 1862 during the American Civil War. A major battle was fought nearby, known variously as the Battle of Fair Oaks or the Battle of Seven Pines.

References

  1. ↑ "Fair Oaks". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey.


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