Forrest's Headquarters - Paducah, Kentucky
Posted by: Groundspeak Charter Member BruceS
N 37° 04.832 W 088° 36.815
16S E 356576 N 4105024
Historical marker for the location that a Confederate general had his headquarters during the Battle of Paducah during the Civil War.
Waymark Code: WM6C7J
Location: Kentucky, United States
Date Posted: 05/12/2009
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member Titansfan
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Forrest's Headquarters

In a grove of trees at this site, CSA Gen. Nathan B. Forrest had headquarters, Battle of Paducah, on March 25, 1864. USA Fort Anderson attacked, warehouses burned, about 60 homes destroyed by USA after battle. CSA lost 300 men, withdrew that night. This battle climaxed Forrest's memorable raid seeking horses, ammunition, and medicines. Presented by Western Kentucky Gas Company.

Marker Name: Forrest's Headquarters

Marker Location: City

Type of Marker: Battle (war)

Marker Number (for official markers): 1501

Group(s) Responsible for placing Marker:
Western Kentucky Gas Company Kentucky Historical Society Kentucky Department of Highways
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