CSA Returns to Tenn., ~ London, Kentucky
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N 37° 04.607 W 084° 02.449
16S E 763063 N 4107487
A marker noting the historic movements of the CSA and USA troops in 1862 throughout the area during the civil war.
Waymark Code: WMA157
Location: Kentucky, United States
Date Posted: 10/29/2010
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This marker has a map on one side and text on the other which reads:
“CSA Returns to Tenn. ~ After battle of Perryville, Oct. 8, 1862, CSA gathered at Bryantsville on 11th. Pursuing Union force did not attack, but destroyed sources of food. CSA Gen. Bragg started moving forces south. Oct. 13. USA under Gen. Buell pursued to here, where he decided further pursuit was not expedient. CAS continued on, passing thru Cumberland gap, Oct. 19-24. See map on other side. 1964 Kentucky Historical Society Kentucky Department of Highways 737”
Marker Name: CSA Returns to Tenn.
Marker Location: Roadside
Type of Marker: Battle (war)
Marker Number (for official markers): 737
Group(s) Responsible for placing Marker:
Kentucky Historical Society
Kentucky Department of Highways
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