"You Came Here to Die": Brig. Gen. Charles F. Smith and the Taking of Fort Donelson

Fort Donelson National Battlefield

  • Apr 18, 2026 at 2:00 PM
  • Free

Join a ranger who will recount the determined Union assault up a snow-covered ridge and explain how the attack sealed Union success and a Confederate defeat.

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

Smith's Attack, Tour Stop 5

Latitude and Longitude 36.487932, -87.865661

Schedule

Date:

Apr 18, 2026

Time:

2:00 PM

Duration:

30 minutes

Please arrive 10 minutes early to allow the program to start on time.

Contact Information

Bill Fields
931-232-9706
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Event Type

  • Talk
Tags: fort donelson, american civil war