The Fighting McCooks

On June 27, 1864, Colonel Daniel McCook, Jr. led the Federal assault up Cheatham Hill, where he was mortally wounded. This brave man was not the only McCook to fight for the Federal army. This 30-minute program will introduce the ‘Fighting McCooks’, the story of 3 Ohio brothers and their 15 sons who joined the Federal forces and fought throughout the Civil War.

*This program is not at the Visitor Center; parking is at the Illinois Monument parking lot

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

This program will begin at the parking lot for the Illinois Monument

Latitude and Longitude 34.000000, -85.000000

Schedule

Event Type

• Talk