This marker is located at a small intersection along US-421 near Bighill, Kentucky. As with many of the markers in the Commonwealth, it points out some Civil War history that took place here. The marker reads, "Aug. 23, 1862, Col. Scott's La. cavalry, of Gen. Kirby Smith's invading army from Tenn., routed Col. Metcalfe and Union troops. Approaching Richmond as USA army arrived, Scott went back to Camp Wildcat, then joined Smith in Richmond victory, Aug. 30, 1862. Mar. 1864, Gen. Grant on way to take command of all US armies stopped at house south of here." It is marker number 514 and it was erected by the Kentucky historical Society after it was cast in 1962. [Review 2005 of 2024 - 273 in Kentucky - 23027 overall] read more

Civil War Action Historical Marker - Civil War Action Historical Marker, Berea - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Berea, Kentucky

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