Near Olustee in Baker County, Florida — The American South (South Atlantic)
The Yankees are Coming
Photographed by Mike Stroud, March 30, 2012
1. "The Yankees are Coming" Marker
By early afternoon the Union Cavalry had driven the Confederate cavalry westward for several miles. As the Union neared the railroad station at Olustee, Confederate resistance grew stronger.
Here is where the bloody, four hour battle began.
"At 8 a'clock in the morning on the 20th instant
we were informed that the Yankees were
advancing. A part of the brigade was immediately
ordered to some rifle pits hastily constructed near
at hand, the remainder forming line of battle in
open field. In this position we patiently awaited
the coming of the foe for an hour, when our
General, who is a fair man, concluded to meet
halfway."
- Letter from H.W.B. Athens
Southern Banner, March 9, 1864
Erected by Florida Department of Environmental Protection.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: War, US Civil. A significant historical date for this entry is March 9, 1989.
Location. 30°
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Regionally, this marker is in North Florida. It is also in the American South. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, a Gulf of Mexico state, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain, the territory of the Mississippian Culture, one of the Confederate States of America, and the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Olustee Battlefield (within shouting distance of this marker); Brig. Gen. Joseph Finegan (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Battle of Olustee (about 300 feet away); Battle of Ocean Pond (or The Battle of Olustee) (about 300 feet away); Fight or Die (about 500 feet away); A Legacy Remembered (about 600 feet away); Cries and Cheers (about 800 feet away); Battle of Olustee Union Memorial (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Olustee.
Also see . . . The Battle of Olustee or Battle of Ocean Pond , Wikipedia entry. ...Union casualties were 203 killed, 1,152 wounded, and 506 missing, a total of 1,861 men—almost 40%. Confederate losses were lower: 93 killed, 847 wounded, and 6 missing, a total of 946 casualties in all—but still about 20%. Additionally, Union forces allowed six artillery pieces and 39 horses to be captured as well... (Submitted on April 25, 2012, by Mike Stroud of Bluffton, South Carolina.)
Photographed by Mark Hilton
2. The Yankees are Coming Marker
Photographed by Mike Stroud, March 30, 2012
3. "The Yankees are Coming " Marker
Photographed by Mike Stroud, March 30, 2012
4. "The Yankees are Coming" Marker Picture included : Letter from H.W.B. Athens as mentioned above
Savannah, GA
Photographed by Mike Stroud, March 30, 2012
5. "The Yankees are Coming" Marker battle scene
Photographed by Mike Stroud, March 30, 2012
6. "The Yankees are Coming" Marker included battle map
The opposing forces make contact.
Photographed by Mike Stroud, March 30, 2012
7. Olustee Battlefield State Park
Credits. This page was last revised on March 10, 2020. It was originally submitted on April 25, 2012, by Mike Stroud of Bluffton, South Carolina. This page has been viewed 1,599 times since then and 49 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on April 25, 2012, by Mike Stroud of Bluffton, South Carolina. 2. submitted on March 8, 2020, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama. 3, 4, 5, 6. submitted on April 25, 2012, by Mike Stroud of Bluffton, South Carolina. 7. submitted on April 26, 2012, by Mike Stroud of Bluffton, South Carolina.
