Sherman’s march to the Sea - Bartow Co., GA
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Sherman’s march to the Sea historic marker is located on W Main Street, Kingston, GA.
Waymark Code: WM82MG
Location: Georgia, United States
Date Posted: 01/16/2010
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Sherman’s march to the Sea
Near this site on November 7, 1864 General Sherman received orders from President Lincoln and General Grant to proceed with his plan to march his army from Atlanta to the Sea. Thus, the infamous March to the Sea originated in Kingston. This action resulted in a new type of warfare known as total war, where cities, towns, farms, plantations, and civilians were considered targets to end the war.
Type of Marker: Highway
Marker #: None
Date: None
Sponsor: Unknown
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