“Iron Valentines”: The Naval Battles of Forts Henry and Donelson
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Join a park ranger who will discuss the intense engagements between Federal ironclads and Confederate shore batteries. These actions transformed riverine warfare during the Civil War.
Fees
This event is free to attend.
Location
Lower River Battery, Tour Stop 4
Latitude and Longitude 36.493201, -87.856557
Schedule
Date:
Apr 18, 2026
Time:
11:00 AM
Duration:
30 minutes
Please arrive 10 minutes early to allow the program to start on time.
Contact Information
Bill Fields
931-232-5706
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Event Type
- Talk
Tags:
fort donelson, american civil war