Macon in Jones County, Georgia — The American South (South Atlantic)
The 15th Corps
Next morning, Hazen moved past Woods towards Irwinton. Walcutt’s brigade of Woods’ division, on the extreme right, was attacked near Griswoldville (4 miles S) by a division of Georgia Militia. Walcutt was wounded and both forces suffered severe casualties.
Erected 1957 by Georgia Historical Commission. (Marker Number 084-19.)
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 October 21, 1893.
Location. 32° 55.828′ N, 83° 30.112′ W. Marker is in Macon, Georgia, in Jones County. Marker is at the intersection of Georgia Route 49 and Pitts Chapel Road, on the right when traveling north on State Route 49. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Macon GA 31217, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 5 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies . Pitts Chapel (approx. 0.2 miles away); Griswoldville (approx. 4.2 miles away); Confederate Pistol Factory (approx. 4.2 miles away); Battle of Griswoldville The Advance from East Macon (approx. 4.2 miles away); Battle of Griswoldville (approx. 4.2 miles away); a different marker also named Griswoldville (approx. 4.2 miles away); Battle of Griswoldville The Deployment and Assaults (approx. 4.6 miles away); The Cavalry Skirmish (approx. 4.7 miles away).
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on April 4, 2011, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia. This page has been viewed 855 times since then and 13 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on April 4, 2011, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia. • Craig Swain was the editor who published this page.