[Sat 9:00 am ET] Welcome to the 157th Virtual Commemoration of the Battle of Kennesaw Mountain. Please join Ranger Amanda and volunteer Andy Cole as they welcome you to this year's commemoration, while providing a brief introduction to the importance that the landscape and area played in the decisions leading to the Battle of Kennesaw Mountain in June 1864.
[Sat 10:00 am ET] Five days prior to the Battle of Kennesaw Mountain, on June 22, 1864, Union and Confederate forces met near the Kolb Farm. Please join volunteer Andy Cole as he discusses the importance of this location and how this battle effected the large conflict five days later. This video highlights Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park Driving Tour Stop #7: Kolb Farm.
[Sat 11:00 am ET] One of the forgotten stories of the American Civil War is that of the African American service in the Atlanta Campaign. During a time when all seemed lost, these brave individuals join Union forces in numerous ways. Please join Ranger Lee White, Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park, as he discusses the variety of ways that these men and women overcame struggles and served in freeing themselves and others.
*Audio description is embedded in this video.*
[Sat 12:00 pm ET] While the peak of Kennesaw Mountain is a popular spot for sightseeing and getting a workout, it was a key part of the Confederate defensive line in June of 1864. In this short program, ranger Jake Boling discusses the actions of the four gun battery under Captain C. L Lumsden at the mountain's summit.
This video highlights Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park Driving Tour Stop #1: Kennesaw Mountain.
[Sat 1:00 pm ET] During the 19th Century, children enjoyed coming up with games and playing with friends just as children do during the 21st century. One game that children would play would be the game of Annie Over. Even with limited resources, children during the 19th century knew they only needed a few items to have a fun time. Join Ranger Amanda and her park friends as they demonstrate this unique game.
[Sat 2:00 pm ET] Facing the ridgeline of Kennesaw Mountain and Pigeon Hill, Sherman strategically placed a 24-gun artillery battery just west of the mountain. Please join volunteer Andy Cole and the Kennesaw Mountain Volunteer Artillery detachment as he discusses the importance of this location and they provide a live firing of a 3-inch ordinance rife.
This video highlights Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park Driving Tour Stop #2: 24-Gun Battery.
[Sat 3:00 pm ET] Napoleon said that “An Army marches on its stomach.” It was no different during the American Civil War. Please join volunteer Andy Cole as he discusses cooking during the Civil War and how food was influenced by the area, season, and availability and how food played a major role during the war.
[Sat 4:00 pm ET] In this short video, Ranger Jake discusses the Union demonstration/diversionary attack that took place in the Memorial Field at the base of Kennesaw Mountain. While short and ultimately unsuccessful, this event is still a vital part of the Kennesaw Mountain story. This video highlights the Memorial Field in front of the Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park's Visitor Center.
*This video connects with the next video of the battle map.*
[Sun 9:00 am ET] As visitors walk along the trails of Kennesaw Mountain NBP, they may see small “hills” throughout the park. These “small hills” were once elaborate defensive earthworks protecting soldiers from oncoming enemy fire. Please join Ranger Amanda as she discusses the Civil War earthworks, how they played an important part in the battle, and how we can continue to protect this important historical landscape.
[Sun 10:00 am ET] For the 157th Battle Anniversary of Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park, please join Ranger James at the top of Pigeon Hill, one of the three main locations the Union army disastrously tried to assault on June 27th, 1864.
This video highlights Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park Driving Tour Stop #4: Pigeon Hill.
[Sun 11:00 am ET] Music can evoke a myriad of emotion. From being a force that connects across boundaries, to an avatar of resistance. In this short program, Ranger Jake Boling discusses the human connection with music during the Civil War, and follows up with a musical performance! *Audio description is embedded in this video.*
[Sun 12:00 pm ET] Roughly one mile west of Cheatham Hill, Union generals Sherman and Thomas met to discuss, and ultimately order, an ill-fated frontal assault against Confederate General William Hardee and his troops entrenched atop Cheatham Hill. Join Ranger Kyle as he discusses the decisions these men made and how it ultimately effected the outcome of the battle.
This video highlights Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park Driving Tour Stop #6: Sherman/Thomas Headquarters.
[Sun 1:00 pm ET] Dating back to the times of the ancient Romans, marbles have been a popular game throughout the world. Join Ranger Amanda as she shows us how to play the game that have been enjoyed by generations.
Supplies:
1. 2 or more players
2. 1 “shooter” marble (the larger marble) per player
3. 13 or more marbles per player
4. String or something to mark the playing circle on the ground
[Sun 2:00 pm ET} One of our lesser known historical trails is the Assault Trail which begins at Activity Area 3 and continues to Cheatham Hill, re- tracing the footsteps of the Union soldiers who made the daring charge against the Confederate works there on June 27th, 1864. Ranger James takes us along this trail, reading from primary sources and describing the build-up to the assault.
This video highlights Driving Tour Stop #5:Cheatham Hill and Tour Stop #6: Sherman/Thomas Headquarters
[Sun 2:00 ET] In further detailing the events at Cheatham's Hill during the Battle of Kennesaw Mountain, Ranger Jake discusses the initial and fateful Union push against the Confederate defenses. This video is connected with the next video titled "Infantry Demonstration."
*Audio description is embedded in this video. The infantry demonstration video has standard audio description attached.*
[Sun 2:00 ET] In this short infantry demonstration, living historians show different methods and timings on loading and firing their muskets. This video is a companion to the virtual program, Assault Trail: Facing Fearful Odds Pt. 2.
[Sun 2:00 pm ET] Some of the nastiest and heaviest fighting of the Battle of Kennesaw Mountain happens at Cheatham Hill. Specifically, a salient in the Confederate works known as the Dead Angle. Join historian and volunteer Phillip Whiteman as he details the chaos and bravery of the men that fought there on June 27th, 1864.
This video highlights Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park Driving Tour Stop #5:Cheatham Hill.
[Sun 3:00 pm ET] The story of Civil War Medicine is a complex one. Through the dedication, innovation, and devotion of surgeons and medical support staff, the foundations for today’s modern military medicine was laid. Please join volunteer David Furukawa, 21st Ohio Volunteer Infantry, and his son William, as they discuss battlefield medicine and what medical treatments were like on the field of battle.
[Sun 4:00 pm ET] We hope that you have enjoyed the 157th Virtual Commemoration of the Battle of Kennesaw Mountain.
Please Join Ranger Amanda as she concludes this year’s commemoration and discusses how veterans of the battle thought it was important to preserve this area for future generations and established Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park.
