The Battle of Perryville was fought on October 8, 1862, during the American Civil War. It took place in Perryville, Kentucky, and was part of the larger Kentucky Campaign. The battle involved Union forces led by Major General Don Carlos Buell and Confederate troops commanded by General Braxton Bragg. The Union aimed to stop the Confederate advance into Kentucky. The battle resulted in a tactical victory for the Confederates, but they were unable to capitalize on their success. The Union forces ultimately withdrew, allowing the Confederates to claim the battlefield. However, the Union's strategic position in Kentucky remained intact, influencing the war's outcome in the region.