The Battle of Bentonville, fought March 19-21, 1865, was the last full-scale action of the Civil War in which a Confederate army was able to mount a tactical offensive. This major battle, the largest ever fought in North Carolina, was the only significant attempt to defeat the large Union army of Gen. William T. Sherman during its march through the Carolinas in the spring of 1865. Continued
The Battle
- The Road to Bentonville
- Battle Synopsis
- A Brief Chronology of the Engagement
- Campaign Map
- Battlefield of Bentonville
- Union Command Gallery
- Confederate Command Gallery
Battle Maps
- Carlin Deploys to Clear the Road (45K)
- Last Grand Charge of the Army of Tennessee (48K)
- Morgan's Stand Below the Goldsboro Road (44K)
- The Final Attacks (43K)
- Mower's Charge (46K)
The Armies
- Orders of Battle
- Unit Participation by State: Federal
- Unit Participation by State: Confederate
What's New?
- New Exhibits: Civil War Trails Program and Roadside Exhibits
- Shop online at the Bentonville Battlefield Civil War Store
- Help Us Preserve the Battlefield; Join the BBHA Today!
Second Saturdays
- June 12 - The Art of Archaeology. Archaeologist talks on findings at Bentonville with a demo dig and activities for kids.
- July 10 - Tricks of the Trade. A small 19th century sutler fair with period merchandise and activities including blacksmithing, spinning, woodworking and pottery.
- August 14 - Social Dancing. A community picnic and social dance reminiscent of Civil War era dances highlighting Victorian era dance styles.
The Site Today
Bentonville Battlefield Information
Contact Us
Bentonville Battlefield
5466 Harper House Road
Four Oaks, N.C. 27524
Phone: (910) 594-0789
Fax: (910) 594-0070
Email: bentonville@ncdcr.gov
Hours of Operation
October-March:
Tuesday-Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Closed Sunday and Monday.
April-September:
Monday-Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Closed Sunday.
Closed most major holidays, call for information.
Admission
No admission fees. Donations are accepted and appreciated.