Talk:Battle of Rowlett's Station

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[edit] Indecisive Result

Usually, the tactical victory in Civil War engagement is attributed to the part that holds the ground after the battle (Union in this case). Also, the Federals were successful in preventing Confederates to achieve their objective (seizing the bridge) and suffered lower casualties. Why considering this a draw instead of Union victory? —Preceding unsigned comment added by Mcampos69 (talk • contribs) 15:40, 1 November 2007 (UTC)

Most of the ACW battle articles hew to the line drawn by the NPS for such things. In this case, our reference http://www.nps.gov/history/hps/abpp/battles/ky004.htm says 'indecisive' not once, but twice. If you can get a citation from a secondary source that disagrees with the NPS, we can adjust the article accordingly. Hal Jespersen 23:26, 1 November 2007 (UTC)

Indeed, your point is supported by a very creditable source. From my point of view, that fully justifies to leave the article as it is. Thanks!Mcampos69 16:25, 5 November 2007 (UTC)