Forrest's Raid Dec. 19, 1862
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Forrest's Raid, December 19, 1862
Waymark Code: WM1N1P
Location: Tennessee, United States
Date Posted: 06/05/2007
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At Spring Creek, Forrest, successful in the first part of his raid, regrouped his small brigade for further raids on Federals to the north. Here, the 4th Alabama Cavalry (Col. Russell), covering his rear pu to rout several companies of Federal cavalry and a regeiment of infantry supported by two batteries of artillery.
Marker Name: Forrest's Raid
Marker Location: Roadside
Type of Marker: Battle (war)
Marker Number: 4 D 17
Group(s) Responsible for placing Marker:
Tennessee Historical Commission
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