Good news on the Civil War preservation front. We have a brand new old battlefield in Resaca, Georgia. And one that is long overdue, but thanks to the hard work of a small group of devotees, it is here.
The October 28th Calhoun (Ga) Times reports that ground was broken on the 27th for the Resaca Battlefield Historic Site marking the successful end of a twelve year effort by the Friends of Resaca. In addition, the Friends presented a $10,000 check to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources for the new visitors center.
The site is located near I-75, so many tourists are expected. Between 2000 and 2003, the Georgia DNR purchased 512.85 acres and they also have a conservation easement on the Chitwood Farm where annual reeanctments take place.
The Battle of Resaca took place over May 13-15, 1864 anf marked the only time both sides fought in open battle during the Atlanta Campaign.
Over 5,500 men on both sides lost their lives, about 10% of the total losses during the entire campaign.
This is Something Long Overdue. Congrats to the Friends of Resaca!! --Old B-Runner
The Battle of Fort Fisher, N.C.
