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Gun action at Turkey Bend July 4th, 1862

On the 4th of July 1862, the CSS "Teaser" was operating in the vicinity of Turkey Bend, which is located on the James River very close to the Malvern Hill battle site.

She was employed in carrying a gas filled balloon used for observation of the battle of Malvern Hill which was in its closing stages on that day.

I am seeking information on the possible location of a telegrah site used by the CSN Battery service at Turkey Bend, I am hoping someone can point me towards a published map of this area, which would support the theory that information noted by the balloonist was quickly sent to Richmond by telegraph.

To support the theory, we know the "Teaser" was operating under orders of the Battery Service at this time, so its very likely the crew would be very familiar with the location of telegraph sites below Drewry's Bluff.

Can anyone help please?

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