Buzzards Roost Gap, May1864

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Buzzards Gap Roost, May 8-10, 1864, (now known as Mill Creek Gap)

Photo attributed to Matthew Brady, Courtesy of National Archives

 

General Johnston vs General Sherman, Federals won, heavy casualties on both sides, exact numbers unknown.  This was  part of the Rocky Face Ridge Battle.  The Confederates evacuated from their strong position, due to a Union flanking movement.  Confederates evacuated towards Resaca.

Plaque at Mill Creek Gap.

 

Buzzards Roost Gap

 

Illinois Regiments at Buzzards Roost

 

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