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Battle of Nashville - Steedman's Line of Departure - Dec. 15, 1864

Hermitage Avenue, Nashville, TN , USA
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Battle of Nashville
Steedman's Line of Departure
Dec. 15, 1864


The left of the Federal main defensive line rested on the Cumberland River north of here, extending southeast to the Murfreesboro Pike. From this line, Steedman's Provisional Detachment of six brigades made the secondary attack against the Confederate right. Thomas's main attack was delivered against the Confederate left.

Erected by Tennessee Historical Commission

Last updated: 2/14/2015 15:17:00
 
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