Battle of Leesburg

Civil War Landmarks and Modern Society

Introduction
Ox Hill

Modern photograph of hill

As seen in this modern photograph taken in Ball’s Bluff Park, the hill’s grade is clear. Union troops had to traverse the hill while exchanging fire with the enemy.¹

Introduction
Ox Hill

¹Information courtesy of Northern Viginia Regional Park Authority. Ball’s Bluff Regional Park. 2004. Photo by Sarah Mock.