Death of Gen. William P. Sanders-1E 67-Knoxville
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Markerman62
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A marker along the Kingston Pike in Knoxville. Difficult marker to get as there is no parking nearby unless a driveway is used.
Waymark Code: WMNFYK
Location: Tennessee, United States
Date Posted: 03/08/2015
Views: 11
Brig. Gen. William P. Sanders, using dismounted cavalry to hold off the Confederate advance from the west, was fatally wounded on this ridge, Nov. 18, 1863, dying the next day.
Marker Name: Death of Gen. William P. Sanders
Marker Location: City
Type of Marker: Person
Marker Number: 1E 67
Group(s) Responsible for placing Marker:
Tennessee Historical Commission
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