Hotel District in Atlanta in Fulton County, Georgia — The American South (South Atlantic)
Historic Reconciliation
Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, November 21, 2021
1. Historic Reconciliation Marker
The occasion was also the scene of the famous reconciliation between Jefferson Davis, ex-president of the Confederate States of America, and Confederate General James Longstreet, estranged since Reconstruction Days. General Longstreet unexpectedly rode up on his horse, dismounted and dramatically strode to the speakers' platform to embrace his former Commander-in-Chief.
This took place during the dedication speech being made by J. C. C. Black, of Augusta, orator of the day. Other notables present included Georgia Governor Henry D. McDaniel, Atlanta Mayor George Hillyer, Confederate General Clement A. Evans, and Dr. R. D. Spalding, president of the Ben Hill Monument Association.
In 1895 the Hill monument, done in Italian marble by sculptor Alexander Doyle, was moved to the rotunda of the State Capitol, where it has since stood.
Erected by Atlanta Historical Society.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music
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Location. 33° 45.773′ N, 84° 23.229′ W. Marker is in Atlanta, Georgia, in Fulton County. It is in the Hotel District. Marker is on Peachtree Street NE south of West Peachtree Street NW, on the right when traveling south. Marker is on a ground-level base in Hardy Ivy Park. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Atlanta GA 30303, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. First United Methodist Church (about 600 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Imperial Hotel (about 600 feet away); Southern Company (about 800 feet away); Saint Joseph's (approx. 0.2 miles away); Atlanta's First Hospital (approx. 0.2 miles away); Saint Luke’s Episcopal Church (approx. ¼ mile away); Georgia Power (approx. 0.3 miles away); Building at 161 Spring Street (approx. 0.3 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Atlanta.
Regarding Historic Reconciliation. The cool relationship between Davis and Longstreet had several origins, including the general's acceptance of Reconstruction measures and decision to join the Republican Party of Lincoln after the Civil War.
Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, November 21, 2021
2. Historic Reconciliation Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on February 8, 2023. It was originally submitted on November 30, 2021, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 150 times since then and 17 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on November 30, 2021, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.
