Two soldiers stand upon a flat rock on Lookout Mountain

Dead Men Do Tell Tales: John Otto’s Story

Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park

Special Event
  • Jul 12, 2025 at 11:00 AM
  • Free

John Otto, a sergeant in Company D, 21st Wisconsin, was a German immigrant who settled in Appleton, Wisconsin. Soon after his enlistment, he found himself in the deadly strife of the American Civil War and ultimately marched onto the Chickamauga battlefield.

To hear come hear about his story and experience in the dark woods along the banks of the Chickamauga during this special program.

Join us at the Chickamauga Battlefield Visitor Center before driving out to the program location to hear this tale.

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

Latitude and Longitude 34.940311, -85.259941

Schedule

Date:

Jul 12, 2025

Time:

11:00 AM

Duration:

45 minutes

Contact Information

Christopher Young
706-866-9241
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Event Type

  • Talk
Tags: chickamauga battlefield, ranger-led program, chickamauga and chattanooga national military park