“Iron Valentines”: The Naval Battles of Forts Henry and Donelson

Fort Donelson National Battlefield

  • Apr 18, 2026 at 11:00 AM
  • Free

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