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Andersonville National Historic Site
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Andersonville National Historic Site is located in southwest Georgia. The park is approximately 12 miles north of Americus and 11 miles south of Montezuma on GA-49. No public transportation systems serve the park.

By Plane
Atlanta is the closest international airport, located approximately 2 hours away. Other nearby airports include Macon, Columbus, and Albany.

 
Area map showing roads and communities in the vicinity of Andersonville National Historic Site

By Car

From the north, via I-75
Follow I-75 south to Exit 135 (Perry). Head southwest on GA-224 from the interstate to Montezuma, approximately 20 miles. Just outside Montezuma, turn right on GA-26 and follow to the intersection of GA-49. Turn left on GA-49 and head south approximately 6 miles to Andersonville. The park entrance will be on the left.

From the south, via I-75
Follow I-75 north to Exit 101 (Cordele). Head west on US-280 from Cordele to Americus, approximately 30 miles. In Americus, turn right onto GA-49 and head north approximately 10 miles to Andersonville. The park entrance will be on the right, after passing the park exit and cemetery entrance.

From Columbus area
Follow GA-520/US-280 toward Cusseta. Turn left on GA-26 and head east to Buena Vista, approximately 16 miles. Continue on GA-26 to Ellaville, approximately 15 miles. In Ellaville, turn right onto US-19 then left onto GA-228. Follow GA-228 east to Andersonville, approximately 12 miles. In Andersonville, turn left on GA-49 and head north approximately 1 mile. The park entrance will be on the right.

From Albany area
Follow US-19 north toward Americus, approximately 36 miles. In Americus, turn right onto US-280 and continue east through downtown Americus to Tripp Street. Turn left on Tripp Street/GA-49 and head north approximately 10 miles to Andersonville. The park entrance will be on the right, after passing the park exit and cemetery entrance.

 

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flight suit worn by Rhonda Cornum, Gulf War POW

Did You Know?
The flight suit worn by Brigader General (then Major) Rhonda Cornum (Gulf War POW) is on display in the National Prisoner of War Museum. Brigader General Cornum was captured during an attempt to rescue downed pilot Captain Williams Andrews, who also became a POW.

Last Updated: November 13, 2011 at 08:49 MST