Riverdale in Clayton County, Georgia — The American South (South Atlantic)
Site of Couch House
Photographed By David Seibert, April 12, 2009
1. Site of Couch House Marker
Because of its location at the center of Federal forces moving toward the Macon R. R. & Jonesboro, in Aug. 1864, the Drew Couch house, a log structure which stood at this site, was designated headquarters by the high command. Here, Generals Sherman & Thomas transmitted & received dispatches & maneuvering forces were posted in relation to the house as a landmark. Orders & reports cite the house 25 times in Official Records. From this sector the 14th A. C., Army of the Cumberland, moved to the battlefield of Jonesboro, Sept. 1. Site of the house was verified by B. F. Hancock, who, as a lad of 9 yrs. Saw Gen. Sherman here, Aug. 31.Erected 1956 by Georgia Historical Commission. (Marker Number 031-17.)
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 September 1, 1864.
Location. 33° 34.808′ N, 84° 24.962′ W. Marker is in Riverdale, Georgia, in Clayton County. Marker is on Church Street (Georgia Route 139) 0.1 miles
Photographed By David Seibert, April 12, 2009
2. Site of Couch House Marker
Looking north on Church Street
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 3 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Site: The Mann House (approx. 1.7 miles away); Baird’s Div., 14th A.C. (approx. 1.7 miles away); Site: Marcus Long House (approx. 1.8 miles away); Site: Shoal Cr. Church (approx. 2 miles away); 14th A.C. at Shoal Creek Church (approx. 2 miles away); The Extended Line (approx. 2 miles away); Renfroe's Plantation (approx. 2.1 miles away); Bethsaida Baptist Church and Cemetery (approx. 2.9 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Riverdale.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on April 24, 2009, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia. This page has been viewed 951 times since then and 31 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 24, 2009, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia. • Craig Swain was the editor who published this page.
