Kennesaw - Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History (formerly Kennesaw Civil War Museum) Attractions
The Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History in Kennesaw features "The General", a locomotive stolen in a Civil War raid. A video presentation and displays offer information on this event.
In 1864 The Battle of Gilgal Church saw US Maj Gen Daniel Butterfield fight Confederate Maj Gen Patrick Cleburne. Union earthworks and an example of a Civil War entrenchment can be seen northeast of this site. The church itself was destroyed during the battle.
The Kennesaw Mountain Battlefield is located northwest of Atlanta. This was the battleground for the Atlanta Campaign. The battle was fought here during the summer of 1864. The visitor center provides information on the park and the battle.
Fence line at Kennesaw Battlefield.
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Kennesaw Mountain Battlefield, Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History (formerly Kennesaw Civil War Museum)
