Civil War Raid
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N 36° 30.648 W 089° 07.207
16S E 310145 N 4042696
A historical marker of a Civil War Raid in Southwest Kentucky.
Waymark Code: WM42K8
Location: Kentucky, United States
Date Posted: 06/28/2008
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On March 24, 1864, forces under Gen. Nathan B. Forrest capatured the Federal garrison at Union City, eight miles southeast. On the same day a detachment of Forrest's cavalry crossed the state line here. This band of about 1,200 men proceeded seven miles northwest to Hickman which they raided, taking large quanties of supplies.
Marker Name: Civil War Raid
Marker Location: Roadside
Type of Marker: Battle (war)
Marker Number (for official markers): 1408
Group(s) Responsible for placing Marker:
Kentucky Historical Society
Kentucky Department of Highways
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