Battle Walk

Program Title: “Rally, boys and go over that fence!” – The 11th Mississippi in Pettigrew’s Charge
Presenter: Ranger Dan Welch
Starting Location: Auto Tour Stop 4, North Carolina Memorial

Ending Location: Hancock Avenue, Brian Farm
Description: Baxter McFarland, a veteran of the 11th Mississippi, wrote several articles on his unit’s history during the post war era. Even just several decades removed, he was concerned the 11th’s “heroic conduct nor its appalling losses have received the public recognition which long ago should have been recorded.” Follow the story of the 11th on July 3, 1863, in this compelling program.

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Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

Auto Tour Stop 4, North Carolina Memorial

Latitude and Longitude 39.818526, -77.247127

Schedule

Event Type

• Guided Tour
• Hike
• Walk