Buckhead in Atlanta in Fulton County, Georgia — The American South (South Atlantic)
Geary’s Division
His three brigades: Candy’s, Jones’ & Ireland’s were massed on the ridge together with Aleshire’s artillery. These troops were from New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania & Ohio; most of them had served under Geary at Gettysburg.
This commanding ridge, overlook Tanyard Branch valley, was the critical point of the Federal position -- the objective of Confederate assaults by Walthall’s & Loring’s divs. of Stewart’s A.C. [CS] on the Federal center.
Erected 1955 by Georgia Historical Commission. (Marker Number 060-41.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: War, US Civil. In addition, it is included in the Georgia Historical Society series list. A significant historical date for this entry is July 20, 1857.
Location. 33° 48.652′ N, 84° 24.231′ W. Marker is in Atlanta, Georgia, in Fulton County. It is in Buckhead. Marker is at the intersection of Collier Road and Walthall Drive, on the right when traveling east on Collier Road. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Atlanta GA 30309, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. On Geary's Front (within shouting distance of this marker); The Battle of Peachtree Creek (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Federal Forces Engaged/The Confederate Forces Engaged (about 300 feet away); The Federal Advance (about 300 feet away); The Federal Advance, Cont./The Change of Command (about 300 feet away); The Confederate Attack (about 300 feet away); The Confederate Attack, Cont. (about 300 feet away); Battle of Peach Tree Creek (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Atlanta.
Regarding Geary’s Division. This position was part of the Battle of Peachtree Cree.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 8, 2023. It was originally submitted on March 23, 2011, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia. This page has been viewed 681 times since then and 19 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on March 23, 2011, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia. • Craig Swain was the editor who published this page.