Buckhead in Atlanta in Fulton County, Georgia — The American South (South Atlantic)
O’Neal’s Brigade at the Ravine
Geary’s right (Jones’ brigade) joined the left of Williams’ div. on ridge N. of the ravine.
Being in low ground & beset on each flank by cross-fire, O’Neal’s left pushed forward to a temporary line-break, while his right swung around to assail Geary’s line flank & rear. By stubborn fighting & O’Neal’s lack of support, Geary was able to hold his position.
Erected 1955 by Georgia Historical Commission. (Marker Number 060-45.)
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, 1907.
Location. 33° 48.748′ N, 84° 24.464′ W. Marker is in Atlanta, Georgia, in Fulton County. It is in Buckhead. Marker is at the intersection of Northside Drive (U.S. 41) and Overbrook Drive, on the right when traveling north on Northside Drive. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Atlanta GA 30318, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Williams' Div. Deployed (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Geary’s Refused Line (approx. 0.2 miles away); O’Neal’s Brigade (approx. 0.2 miles away); Geary’s Division (approx. ¼ mile away); On Geary's Front (approx. ¼ mile away); Reynolds’ Brigade at the Ravine (approx. 0.3 miles away); The Battle of Peachtree Creek (approx. 0.3 miles away); The Federal Forces Engaged/The Confederate Forces Engaged (approx. 0.3 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Atlanta.
Regarding O’Neal’s Brigade at the Ravine. These skirmishes were part of the Battle of Peachtree Creek.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 8, 2023. It was originally submitted on April 2, 2010, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia. This page has been viewed 972 times since then and 19 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on April 2, 2010, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia. • Craig Swain was the editor who published this page.