Columbus in Hickman County, Kentucky — The American South (East South Central)

Confederate Trenches

Photographed By Craig Swain, September 4, 2010

1. Confederate Trenches Marker

Inscription. The main objective of the Confederate Army in fortifying Columbus was to block Union movements on the Mississippi River. In so doing they also had to protect their position from inland attack. The trenches through which this trail leads are part of an elaborate system of earthworks dug by Confederate soldiers. These trenches were heavily fortified with cannon and rifle batteries.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: War, US Civil.

Location. 36° 45.994′ N, 89° 6.645′ W. Marker is in Columbus, Kentucky, in Hickman County. Located in Columbus-Belmont State Park. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Columbus KY 42032, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Polk's Firepower (within shouting distance of this marker); In Search Of .... (within shouting distance of this marker); Anchor and Chain (within shouting distance of this marker); "Gibraltar of the West" (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); The History of Columbus, Kentucky (about 300 feet away); The Mississippi River in the Civil War (about 300 feet away); The Battle at Belmont, Missouri (about 300 feet away); Fourth United States Colored Heavy Artillery (about 700 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Columbus.

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Photographed By Craig Swain, September 4, 2010

2. Confederate Trenches Marker

Section of the Landward Side of the Fortifications image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Craig Swain, September 4, 2010

3. Section of the Landward Side of the Fortifications

Confederate Trenches image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Craig Swain, September 4, 2010

4. Confederate Trenches

Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on October 27, 2010, by Craig Swain of Leesburg, Virginia. This page has been viewed 872 times since then and 30 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on October 27, 2010, by Craig Swain of Leesburg, Virginia.