Among the serene rolling hills of southern Tennessee, this battlefield saw 23,746 casualties. This was more than the total American casualties in all previous wars combined. More than 110,000 troops met in an epic struggle for control of the Confederacy.
The Battle of Shiloh was a miserable experience on a massive scale. Among the miles of nature trails and paved roads are monuments to fallen heroes. Obelisks and statues show where key events of the two-day battle took place. A 12.7-mile auto tour route has 20 tour stops. Visit such famous places as the Peach Orchard, the Hornet's Nest, and the Albert Sidney Johnston death site.
Amid the monuments are preserved artifacts. View earthen fortifications where units tried to protect their positions. Cabins and buildings served as places to hide from the fierce volleys of gu
Among the serene rolling hills of southern Tennessee, this battlefield saw 23,746 casualties. This was more than the total American casualties in all previous wars combined. More than 110,000 troops met in an epic struggle for control of the Confederacy.
The Battle of Shiloh was a miserable experience on a massive scale. Among the miles of nature trails and paved roads are monuments to fallen heroes. Obelisks and statues show where key events of the two-day battle took place. A 12.7-mile auto tour route has 20 tour stops. Visit such famous places as the Peach Orchard, the Hornet's Nest, and the Albert Sidney Johnston death site.
Amid the monuments are preserved artifacts. View earthen fortifications where units tried to protect their positions. Cabins and buildings served as places to hide from the fierce volleys of gunfire. Cannon placements show where artillery tried to bombard enemy positions.
South of Shiloh lies Corinth, Mississippi. The town harbors another battlefield site, historic homes used by Civil War generals, and more fortifications. Corinth held a key railroad junction through the southern territory. This was the main target of Union troops at Shiloh. Controlling the railroad paved the way for an eventual invasion of the Confederacy.
Nearby campsites provide a home base for a fantastic vacation. Take time out from your nature hikes and mountain climbs to learn about a pivotal Civil War battle.
Shiloh National Military Park
Among the serene rolling hills of southern Tennessee, this battlefield saw 23,746 casualties. This was more than the total American casualties in all previous wars combined. More than 110,000 troops met in an epic struggle for control of the Confederacy.
The Battle of Shiloh was a miserable experience on a massive scale. Among the miles of nature trails and paved roads are monuments to fallen heroes. Obelisks and statues show where key events of the two-day battle took place. A 12.7-mile auto tour route has 20 tour stops. Visit such famous places as the Peach Orchard, the Hornet's Nest, and the Albert Sidney Johnston death site.
Amid the monuments are preserved artifacts. View earthen fortifications where units tried to protect their positions. Cabins and buildings served as places to hide from the fierce volleys of gu
Among the serene rolling hills of southern Tennessee, this battlefield saw 23,746 casualties. This was more than the total American casualties in all previous wars combined. More than 110,000 troops met in an epic struggle for control of the Confederacy.
The Battle of Shiloh was a miserable experience on a massive scale. Among the miles of nature trails and paved roads are monuments to fallen heroes. Obelisks and statues show where key events of the two-day battle took place. A 12.7-mile auto tour route has 20 tour stops. Visit such famous places as the Peach Orchard, the Hornet's Nest, and the Albert Sidney Johnston death site.
Amid the monuments are preserved artifacts. View earthen fortifications where units tried to protect their positions. Cabins and buildings served as places to hide from the fierce volleys of gunfire. Cannon placements show where artillery tried to bombard enemy positions.
South of Shiloh lies Corinth, Mississippi. The town harbors another battlefield site, historic homes used by Civil War generals, and more fortifications. Corinth held a key railroad junction through the southern territory. This was the main target of Union troops at Shiloh. Controlling the railroad paved the way for an eventual invasion of the Confederacy.
Nearby campsites provide a home base for a fantastic vacation. Take time out from your nature hikes and mountain climbs to learn about a pivotal Civil War battle.
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