Missionary Ridge in Chattanooga in Hamilton County, Tennessee — The American South (East South Central)
9th Ohio Infantry.
Van Derveer's Brig., Baird's Div., 14th Corps.
— Col. Gustave Kammerling. —
Photographed By Dale K. Benington, June 23, 2011
1. 9th Ohio Infantry. Marker
Van Derveer's Brig., Baird's Div., 14th Corps.
Col. Gustave Kammerling.
Nov. 25, 1863.
During the forenoon of the 25th the Regiment marched with its Brigade and Division, to the assistance of Gen. Sherman at Tunnel Hill. The Division returned in time to take part in the storming of Missionary Ridge.
The 9th reached the summit at this point, and moving immediately to the front and left was engaged until the close of the battle at dark.
The next day the regiment joined in the pursuit, continuing to Ringgold.
Casualties: Killed, 2 Men; Wounded, 12 Men; Total 14.
Erected 1908 by the State of Ohio. (Marker Number MT-264.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: War, US Civil. In addition, it is included in the Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park, Missionary Ridge, and the Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park: November 25, 1863 series lists. A significant historical date for this entry is November 25, 1863.
Location. 35° 2.809′ N, 85° 15.198′ W. Marker is in Chattanooga, Tennessee, in Hamilton County. It is in Missionary Ridge. Marker is on North Crest Road south of Cabin Road, on the left when traveling
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Vaughan's Brigade (within shouting distance of this marker); Scott's Tennessee Battery (within shouting distance of this marker); Van Derveer's Brigade (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); 35th Ohio Infantry (about 300 feet away); Baird's Division (about 300 feet away); Hindman's Division (about 300 feet away); 105th Ohio Infantry (about 300 feet away); McCants' Florida Battery. (about 600 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Chattanooga.
More about this marker. According to the description information provided by the National Park Service, the marker is a, “3' x 2' bronze inscription tablet with decorative border mounted on low marble pedestal. Describes the unit's activities on November 25, 1863.”
Photographed By Dale K. Benington, June 23, 2011
2. 9th Ohio Infantry. Marker
View of the historical marker on the western crest of Missionary Ridge.
Photographed By Dale K. Benington, June 23, 2011
3. 9th Ohio Infantry. Marker
View of the historical marker looking south along North Crest Road.
Photographed By Dale K. Benington, June 23, 2011
4. Lookout Mountain
View of Lookout Mountain from near the location of the historical marker. Note that the summit of Lookout Mountain is hidden in the early morning clouds (hence the name for the Battle of Lookout Mountain, a.k.a., the Battle Above the Clouds.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 7, 2023. It was originally submitted on July 31, 2011, by Dale K. Benington of Toledo, Ohio. This page has been viewed 631 times since then and 20 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on July 31, 2011, by Dale K. Benington of Toledo, Ohio.
