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1 E 69
Fort Sanders

Fort Sanders, a bastioned earthwork on the ridge two blocks nore of here, was the scene of Gen. James Longstreet's unsuccessful assault upon the Federal defenses of Knoxville at dawn, Nov. 29, 1863.

Tennessee Historical Commission

Marker reads the same on both sides.

Other Information:

Fort Sanders Wikipedia entry

National Park Service Battle Summary

Marker Name: 1 E 69 - Fort Sanders Marker Location: Roadside Type of Marker: Fort Marker Number: 1E69 Group(s) Responsible for placing Marker: Tennessee Historical Commission

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