Milledgeville in Baldwin County, Georgia — The American South (South Atlantic)
Provost Guard Campsite
Photographed By David Seibert, February 19, 2005
1. Provost Guard Campsite Marker
Inscription.
Provost Guard Campsite. . The 3rd Wisconsin and the 107th New York Regiments, having been detailed for provost duty, encamped on this square, November 22-25, 1864. The State Arsenal on the north side of the square was burned. The magazine, which stood on the opposite side, was destroyed with explosives. Considerable damage was wrought to the churches and the Statehouse. The State Library was plundered and books were destroyed. Otherwise, little permanent damage was done to Milledgeville's houses and public buildings.
The 3rd Wisconsin and the 107th New York Regiments, having been detailed for provost duty, encamped on this square, November 22-25, 1864. The State Arsenal on the north side of the square was burned. The magazine, which stood on the opposite side, was destroyed with explosives. Considerable damage was wrought to the churches and the Statehouse. The State Library was plundered and books were destroyed. Otherwise, little permanent damage was done to Milledgeville's houses and public buildings.
Erected 1956 by Georgia Historical Commission. (Marker Number 005-16.)
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, and the Sherman’s March to the Sea series lists. A significant historical date for this entry is November 22, 1864.
Location. Marker has been reported missing. It was located near 33° 4.805′ N, 83° 13.494′ W. Marker was in Milledgeville, Georgia, in Baldwin County. Marker was at the intersection of East Greene Street and North Jefferson Street, on the right when traveling east on East Greene Street. Touch for map. Marker was in this post office area: Milledgeville GA 31061, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this location
2. It appears marker has gone missing based on marker coordinates.
Credits. This page was last revised on October 17, 2022. It was originally submitted on October 30, 2008, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia. This page has been viewed 2,013 times since then and 17 times this year. Last updated on October 16, 2022, by Dave W of Co, Colorado. Photos:1. submitted on October 30, 2008, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia. 2. submitted on April 30, 2017, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.
