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By Keith L, October 7, 2009
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1 Wisconsin, Vernon County, De Soto — 8 CVP — Black Hawk War — Battle Bluff · Battle Hollow · Battle Island
On Great River Road (State Highway 35) 2.5 miles north of Main Street (State Highway 82), on the right when traveling north.
Battle Bluff ↑ Elv 1139ft Battle Hollow → Severe fighting 1 mile east between Gen. Henry's 300 Ill. militia and 300 Sac Indians Aug. 2 1832. ← Battle Island Hard fighting opposite. 1200 white soldiers . . . Map (db m24501) HM

2 United Kingdom, England, East Sussex, Battle — The Battle of Hastings and Battle Abbey — Battle of Hastings, 1066 —
Near High Street at Park Lane, on the right when traveling south.
The Battle of Hastings and Battle Abbey The Battle of Hastings was fought here on 14 October 1066. It is the most famous battle on English soil and its outcome had a profound impact on the history of England. William the Conqueror's . . . Map (db m128713) HM

3 Florida, Baker County, Olustee — Battle of Ocean Pond (or The Battle of Olustee)
Near Battlefield Trail 0.2 miles north of U.S. 90.
Here was fought on February 20, 1864 the Battle of Ocean Pond under the immediate command of General Alfred Holt Colquitt "Hero of Olustee" This decisive engagement prevented a Sherman-like invasion of Georgia from the south. . . . Map (db m54361) HM

4 Alabama, Russell County, Phenix City — Before The Battle / Battle Of Girard
On 14th Street at 5th Avenue, on the left when traveling west on 14th Street.
(obverse) Before The Battle All day that Easter Sunday the Confederate forces commanded by Col. Leon von Zinken awaited the Union Army they knew was on the way from Tuskegee. Lacking the men needed to hold it, they were forced to . . . Map (db m69058) HM
5 Mississippi, Claiborne County, Bruinsburg — Battle of Port Gibson – The Battle — Windsor Battlefield Tour
On State Highway 552 at Russum Westside Road, on the right when traveling north on State Highway 552.
Confederate General Martin Green had posted his brigade near magnolia church with at outpost at the A.K. Shaifer House. Shortly after midnight, Green rode forward to check on his pickets. The General found Mrs. Shaffer and the ladies frantically . . . Map (db m105844) HM

6 Ohio, Mercer County, Fort Recovery — 12 — Weaponry at the Battle of the Wabash and the Battle of Fort Recovery
On East Boundary Street east of Wayne Street, on the right when traveling east.
"Finding no great effect from our fire, and confusion beginning to spread from the great number of men who were falling in all quarters, it became necessary to try what could be done with the bayonet." --Major General Arthur St. . . . Map (db m137502) HM
7 Tennessee, Henderson County, Parkers Crossroads — Prelude to Battle/December 31, 1862—the Battle/Union and Confederate Forces
On Wildersville Road 0.2 miles east of Tennessee Route 22, on the right when traveling east.
Prelude to Battle Union troops in West Tennessee and north Mississippi depended on the railroad. The Confederate high command ordered General Nathan Bedford Forrest to cut that supply line. Forrest left Columbia on December 11, 1862, . . . Map (db m174205) HM

8 Pennsylvania, Westmoreland County, Mount Pleasant — Battle of Midway - Battle Of Iwo Jima - Uncomon Valor
On West Main Street (Pennsylvania Route 31) at South Diamond Street ( Route 819), on the right when traveling east on West Main Street.
Navy Carrier launched airstrike Battle Of Midway 1942 Marine Corps raising the flag Battle of Iwo Jima 1945 Uncommon Valor was a Common Virtue Distinguished Service Cross Medal of Honor Navy Cross Air Force Cross Distinguished . . . Map (db m204250) WM
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9 Missouri, Jackson County, Kansas City, Old Westport — 1 — Action Before Westport — Price's Raid / Battle of Westport and The Battle of the Big Blue
On Pennsylvania Avenue at Westport Road, on the right when traveling north on Pennsylvania Avenue.
Price's Raid Confederate General Sterling Price brought three mounted divisions from Arkansas into Missouri, September 19, 1864. Fighting several small battles he marched slowly north toward St. Louis, then struck westward to Jefferson City. . . . Map (db m20868) HM

10 Georgia, Coweta County, Newnan — The Battle of Brown's Mill: Detour to Battle — Brown's Mill Battlefield
Near Millard Farmer Road 0.4 miles east of Old Corinth Road, on the right when traveling east.
Anxious to avoid a fight, McCook left the 8th Indiana to contend with the Confederates at the depot while the rest of his command detoured south on the East Newnan Road. Upon reaching Land Lot 38, near Turkey Creek, the column veered to the . . . Map (db m94662) HM

11 Virginia, Frederick County, Winchester — 2nd Battle of Winchester / 3rd Battle of Winchester
On Martinsburg Pike (U.S. 11) just north of Brooke Road (Virginia Route 1322), on the right when traveling south.
2nd Battle of Winchester June 13-15, 1863 3rd Battle of Winchester September 19, 1864Map (db m159481) HM WM

12 Kentucky, Harrison County, Cynthiana — 2312 — 1st Battle of Cynthiana / 2nd Battle of Cynthiana
On Paris Pike (U.S. 27), on the left when traveling south.
(Front):1st Battle of CynthianaDuring CSA Col. John H. Morgan’s 1st KY Raid, on July 17, 1862, 875 CSA hit town via the Georgetown Pike. 350 US troops & Home Guard defended town from houses. Morgan attacked across Licking River and . . . Map (db m35858) HM

13 Utah, Utah County, Provo, River Bottoms — Utah’s Largest Indian Battle was Called the “Battle of Provo River.”
On West 3700 North, on the right when traveling north.
Utah’s largest-ever Indian Battle took place just north of Bulldog Boulevard (1200 North) and east of 500 West near what is now Riverside Plaza. It was fought in the cold and snow in February of 1850, less than a year after the Mormon colonizers had . . . Map (db m301644) HM

14 Missouri, Jackson County, Kansas City, Swope Parkway - Elmwood — 10 — Saving Kansas City's Battlefield — Battle of Westport • Byram's Ford • Big Blue Battlefield • 22-23 October 1864 —
On Denver Avenue at East 60th Street, on the right when traveling north on Denver Avenue.
"To stand on a Civil War battlefield is to stand on holy ground, consecrated by American bravery and blood." Support Battlefield Restoration and Interpretation The Monnett Battle of Westport Fund in 2008 launched the Saving Kansas . . . Map (db m259107) HM

15 Louisiana, De Soto Parish, Mansfield — Battle of Mansfield or Sabine Cross Roads — April 8. 1864 — Confederate Battle Line at 4:00 P.M.~First Phase of Battle —
On Louisiana Route 175 0.3 miles north of Parish Road 48, on the right when traveling north.
From this point the line extended about 400 yards Northeast, thence East about a mile. It extended about a half mile South from here.Map (db m105293) HM

16 New Jersey, Union County, Scotch Plains — Battle of The Short Hills — June 26, 1777
On Raritan Road, on the right when traveling north. Reported missing.
On the 26th of June in 1777 Washington’s continental forces of under 6,000 men fought a running battle on the plains below the Watchung Mountains with the combined British and Hessian troops numbering about 12,000. Early on that hot Thursday . . . Map (db m271267) HM

17 North Carolina, Alamance County, Burlington — Battle of Clapp's Mill
Near Huffman Mill Road.
Battle of Clapp's Mill On March 2, 1781, the American light troops under Colonel Otho Holland Williams of Maryland and Lieutenant Colonel Henry "Lighthouse Harry" Lee of Virginia engaged the British light troops near Clapp's Mill on Beaver . . . Map (db m28062) HM
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18 Kentucky, Hickman County, Columbus — The Battle at Belmont, Missouri — 7 November 1861
On Park Road.
Read Me First The following maps and text illustrate the battle at Belmont, Missouri. The battle is broken into sections that explain the components of the overall battle. To understand the progression of the battle, match the number above each . . . Map (db m37089) HM

19 Kentucky, Pulaski County, Nancy — A Scene of Battle — Mill Springs Battlefield — National Historic Landmark —
Near Kentucky Route 235 0.1 miles Route 761, on the left when traveling south.
Alfred Edward Mathews, a renowned illustrator, created this drawing. We don't know if he participated in the battle, but it is obvious he was here. You are standing approximately where Mathews stood to sketch this scene. Compare the image to the . . . Map (db m137102) HM

20 Virginia, Frederick County, Winchester — Other Actions On Sandy Ridge — The Second Battle of Winchester and Second Battle of Kernstown
Near Jones Road (Virginia Route 621) 0.4 miles south of Cedar Creek Grade ( Route 622), on the left when traveling south.
While Sandy Ridge played a prominent role in the First Battle of Kernstown, portions of two other Civil War battles occurred on this ridge as well. The Second Battle of Winchester. In June 1863, Gen. Lee's Army of Northern Virginia . . . Map (db m310239) HM

21 Florida, Brevard County, Melbourne — Battle of the Bulge — 1944 - 199
On Oak Street at East Hibiscus Boulevard, on the right when traveling north on Oak Street.
Dedicated to the gallant and victorious men and women who participated in the Battle of the Bulge, World War II, 16 December 1944 thru 25 January 1945 in Belgium and Luxembourg. The greatest battle ever fought by the United States Army. The veterans . . . Map (db m195406) WM
22 Florida, Lake County, Eustis — Battle of the Bulge Memorial
Near Ferran Park Drive at East McDonald Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
In memory of the soldiers and Army nurses from the Golden Triangle Area who participated in the Battle of the Bulge, 16 December 1944 through 25 January 1945 in Belgium and Luxembourg. This major conflict with the German armies is regarded as the . . . Map (db m166537) HM WM

23 Rhode Island, Newport County, Portsmouth — Battle of Rhode Island   1778
On West Main Road (Rhode Island Route 114) at Anselmo Drive, on the right when traveling south on West Main Road.
During the American Revolution the British strategy focused on controlling American ports and blockading the coast. Because of Newport’s significance as a deep-water port and as a center of trade, British forces landed in Newport in December of . . . Map (db m48348) HM

24 South Dakota, Fall River County, Hot Springs — 509 — Battle Mountain
On Battle Mountain Avenue (U.S. 385) at Sherman Street, on the right when traveling north on Battle Mountain Avenue.
According to tradition, American Indians were stricken with an epidemic known as “fell disease” about the middle of the 16th century that threatened to obliterate the tribes. A messenger arrived from the Great West with news of a . . . Map (db m124081) HM

25 North Carolina, Polk County, Columbus — Battle of Round Mountain — The Warriors Monument
On W . Mills St. (State Highway 108).
In Commemoration of the 1776 Battle of Round Mountain (located Northwest of here) in which Captain Thomas Howard with his brave followers and and faithful Indian guide, Skyuka, won the battle against the Cherokee Relocated by . . . Map (db m81159) HM WM
26 Virginia, Nottoway County, Blackstone — Battle of Nottoway
On Old Nottoway Road (U.S. 460) near The Grove Road, on the right when traveling west. Reported permanently removed.
“…the mingled roar of the musketry, and heavy lumbering of the artillery, seemed to rend the whole heavens…” At this railroad cut on June 23, 1864, 3,500 Union cavalrymen commanded by Gen. James H. Wilson fought a Confederate cavalry force . . . Map (db m6509) HM
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27 Mississippi, Lee County, Baldwyn — Interpretive Sites — Battle of Brice's Crossroads • June 10, 1864 Battle of Tupelo • July 13-15, 1864
On Grisham Street 0.4 miles south of Bethany Road (Mississippi Highway 370), on the right when traveling south.
Welcome to the Mississippi's Final Stands Interpretive Center. After visiting our museum gallery, we hope that you will tour the Brice's Crossroads and Tupelo battlefields for yourself, with the help of our audio tour and roadside signage. . . . Map (db m91147) HM
28 Missouri, Jackson County, Kansas City, Swope Parkway - Elmwood — The Battle of Westport, October 21-23, 1864 — Battle of Westport • Byram's Ford • Big Blue Battlefield • 22-23 October 1864 —
Near East 63rd Street west of Manchester Trafficway, on the right when traveling west.
The Battle When Confederate Maj. Gen. Sterling Price entered Jackson County, he commanded an army of around 12,000 troopers. He had amassed a train of around 500 wagons loaded with plunder and war supplies. As Price had marched across . . . Map (db m258395) HM

29 Kansas, Linn County, Pleasanton — 47 — Battle of Mine Creek
On U.S. 69, on the right when traveling south. Reported missing.
In October, 1864, a Confederate army under Gen. Stirling Price was defeated near Kansas City. He retreated south, crossed into Kansas, and camped at Trading Post. Early on the morning of October 25 Union troops under Generals Pleasonton, Blunt and . . . Map (db m6937) HM

30 Ohio, Lucas County, Maumee — Fallen Timbers Battle Monument
Near State Park Road 0.1 miles south of Fallen Timbers Lane.
(Front) The Greenville Treaty To General Anthony Wayne who organized the “Legion of the United States” by order of President Washington and defeated Chief Little Turtle’s warriors here at Fallen Timbers August 20, 1794. . . . Map (db m8175) HM
31 Virginia, James City County, Williamsburg — Battle of Green Spring — July 6, 1781
Near Greensprings Road (Virginia Route 614) 0.2 miles north of 4-H Club Road ( Route 680), on the right when traveling north.
Hear the crack of flintlock muskets and smell the smoke from cannon fire! On this site, on July 6, 1781, 5,000 British troops under General Charles Cornwallis and Colonel Banastre Tarleton clashed with 900 American soldiers led by the Marquis de . . . Map (db m30651) HM

32 New Jersey, Bergen County, Fort Lee — Veterans of the Battle of the Bulge — Ardennes
On Lewis Street, on the left when traveling west.
Dedicated to the men and women of the United States Army who participated in the Battle of the Bulge during World War II in Belgium and Luxembourg the greatest land battle fought by the United States Army under extreme winter conditions suffering . . . Map (db m54913) HM
33 Virginia, Charlottesville, 10th & Page — Barry and Bill Battle
On West Main Street near 12½ Street Northwest, on the right when traveling west.
The Battle Building at UVA Children's Hospital is named for Barry W. and William C. "Bill" Battle, longtime supporters of children's healthcare research and clinical care in central Virginia. Barry Webb Battle was inaugural chair of the UVA . . . Map (db m101182) HM

34 Kentucky, Hart County, Munfordville — Battle of Rowletts Station — December 17, 1861
Near South Dixie Highway (U.S. 31W) 0.2 miles south of Charlie Dowling Road, on the right when traveling south.
Now a fight ensued such as seldom occurs… - Colonel August Willich, 32nd Indiana
In December 1861, Confederate General Thomas Hindman came from Bowling Green to probe the growing Union strength at . . . Map (db m250217) HM

35 Maine, Washington County, Machias — First Naval Battle of the American Revolution
On Dublin Street at Obrien Avenue, on the right when traveling north on Dublin Street.
This anchor symbolizes the historic ties that Machias people have with the sea, and their commitment to liberty as exemplified in the first naval battle of the American Revolution fought in Machias Bay between the British ship Margaretta and the . . . Map (db m55066) HM WM
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36 Kentucky, Hart County, Munfordville — The Texas Rangers — Battle of Rowletts Station — December 17, 1861 —
Near South Dixie Highway (U.S. 31W) 0.1 miles north of L and N Turnpike Road (Kentucky Highway 335), on the left when traveling north.
Organized in Houston in 1861 by Kentucky-born Texas sugar planter Benjamin Franklin Terry, the 8th Texas Cavalry would be better know throughout the Civil War as “Terry’s Texas Rangers”—though Terry was himself among the first casualties in the . . . Map (db m250221) HM
37 South Carolina, Sumter County, Sumter — Site of The Battle of Dingle's Mill
On Manning Road (U.S. 521), on the right when traveling south.
This tablet marks the site of the Battle of Dingle's Mill fought April 9, 1865 between Potter's Brigade and the Reserve South Carolina Militia C.S.A. Erected by Dick Anderson Chapter U.D.C. (Lower stone marker text) The . . . Map (db m35746) HM

38 Georgia, Fulton County, Atlanta, Mozley Park — 35 — Battle of Ezra Church — Hood's Third Attack — Atlanta Campaign Heritage Trail —
Near M.L.K. Jr Drive SW east of Wellington Street SW, on the left when traveling east.
After General John Bell Hood took command of the the army defending Atlanta he directed three Confederate failed attacks against Union Major General William T. Sherman's armies. On July 28, 1864, Union Major General Oliver O. Howard's "Army of the . . . Map (db m142514) HM

39 Florida, Orange County, Orlando, Northeast Orlando — Veterans of the Battle of the Bulge — Ardennes
Near E. Robinson Street (State Road 526) at Cathcart Ave.
Dedicated to the gallant men and women who participated in the Battle of the Bulge, World War II, 16 December 1944 thru 25 January 1945 in Belgium and Luxembourg, the greatest battle ever fought by the United States Army. The Veterans of the Battle . . . Map (db m7450) HM
40 South Carolina, Greenville County, Simpsonville — 23-3 — Battle of Great Cane Brake
On Fork Shoals Road south of Old Hundred Road (County Road 565), on the right when traveling north.
Here along the south side of the creek to Reedy River was fought, Dec. 22, 1775, the Battle of Great Cane Break, between a force of South Carolinians under Colonel William Thompson and a band of Tories under Patrick Cuningham. The Tories were . . . Map (db m97258) HM
41 South Carolina, McCormick County, McCormick — 33-7 — Battle of Long Cane
On State Highway 28 at Old Charleston Road (Local Road 38), on the left when traveling south on State Highway 28.
About four miles southeast is the site of the American Revolutionary Battle of Long Cane. On December 12, 1780, Lieutenant Colonel Isaac Allen and a British force of 400-500 men defeated Colonel Elijah Clarke and 100 Americans, an advanced . . . Map (db m241074) HM

42 Nebraska, Madison County, Battle Creek — 94 — Battle Creek
On 546th Avenue (State Highway 121) 1.1 miles south of Front Street (U.S. 275), on the right when traveling south.
Near this site, July 12, 1859, Nebraska Territorial Militia and U. S. Army Dragoons, totaling 300 men, under the joint command of General John Milton Thayer and Lieutenant Beverly Holcombe Robertson, prepared to attack a large Pawnee village. . . . Map (db m189244) HM
43 New Jersey, Monmouth County, Freehold — Monmouth Battle Monument — Monmouth County Historical Site
On Court Street, on the right when traveling west.
This monument commemorates the pivotal June 28, 1778 Battle of Monmouth which began near this site. A campaign to erect the memorial, led by Freehold native Governor Joel Parker and Major James S. Yard, began in 1877. Its cornerstone was laid on . . . Map (db m53132) HM
44 South Carolina, Laurens County, Clinton — Battle of Musgrove Mill
On State Highway 56 0.5 miles north of State Park Road, on the left when traveling north.
Site of Battle of Musgrove Mill American Revolution August 18, 1780Map (db m13387) HM
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45 South Carolina, Union County, Cross Anchor — Battle of Blackstock
On Monument Road 1.4 miles north of Blackstock Road.
November 20, 1780 Near this spot was fought the Battle of BlackstockMap (db m11112) HM

46 New York, Kings County, Brooklyn, Bensonhurst — The Battle of Brooklyn — Revolutionary War Heritage Trail
On 18th Avenue at 84th Street, on the right when traveling north on 18th Avenue.
On July 4, 1776, the Declaration of Independence proclaimed to the world that thirteen British colonies had joined together to create a new nation: the United States of America. Here in Brooklyn, only two months later, the survival of that new . . . Map (db m30175) HM
47 New York, Kings County, Brooklyn, Fort Hamilton — The Battle of Brooklyn — Revolutionary War Heritage Trail
Near Sheridan Loop at Sterling Drive, on the right when traveling east.
On July 4, 1776, the Declaration of Independence proclaimed to the world that thirteen British colonies had joined together to create a new nation: the United States of America. Here in Brooklyn, only two months later, the survival of that new . . . Map (db m21613) HM
48 New York, Kings County, Brooklyn, Gravesend — The Battle of Brooklyn — Revolutionary War Heritage Trail
On Gravesend Neck Road, on the left when traveling west.
On July 4, 1776, the Declaration of Independence proclaimed to the world that thirteen British colonies had joined together to create a new nation: the United States of America. Here in Brooklyn, only two months later, the survival of that new . . . Map (db m30174) HM
49 North Carolina, Mecklenburg County, Charlotte, Second Ward — The Battle of Charlotte
On Elizabeth Avenue at South McDowell Street, on the right when traveling east on Elizabeth Avenue.
In commemoration of the Battle of Charlotte Sept. 26, 1780 Erected by The Battle of Charlotte Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution 1918 “For God and my country I stand”Map (db m237675) WM

50 South Carolina, Union County, Cross Anchor — 44-7 — Battle of Blackstock’s
On Cross Keys Highway (State Highway 49) at Blackstock Road, on the left when traveling east on Cross Keys Highway.
This battle of the Revolution took place on William Blackstock’s plantation, 3 miles N. on the south side of the Tyger River, November 20, 1780. Gen. Thomas Sumter commanded the American patriots who repulsed Lt. Col. Banastre Tarleton’s . . . Map (db m11111) HM
51 Virginia, Petersburg — Siege of Petersburg—Lee Strikes Back — March 25, 1865 Battle of Fort Stedman to Battle of Jones Farm
On Siege Road 2.4 miles south of Oaklawn Boulevard ( Route 36), on the right when traveling south.
By March 1865 Confederate General Robert E. Lee had suffered through nearly nine months of fighting, had repulsed seven Union offensives, and had his men spread along a 37-mile-long front. Knowing that it was only a matter of time before his lines . . . Map (db m85861) HM

52 Ontario, Niagara Region, Niagara Falls — The Aftermath of Battle
Near Lundy's Lane, on the left when traveling west.
British and American forces suffered heavy losses at the Battle of Lundy’s Lane on July 25, 1814 and these were severe in proportion to the number of combatants. The casualty rates were nearly equal, as each side recorded around 800 casualties, . . . Map (db m283711) HM
53 New York, Jefferson County, Ellisburg — The Battle of Big Sandy — May 30, 1814 — War of 1812 —
Near New York State Route 3 north of Nash Road, on the left when traveling north.
Americans Set An Ambush An American flotilla carrying critical shipbuilding supplies to Sackets Harbor was forced to land along South Sandy Creek. Near this spot Major Appling's 120 riflemen, 150 Oneida Indian warriors and naval Captain . . . Map (db m75733) HM
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54 Virginia, Orange County, Locust Grove — Grant Comes to Virginia — The Battle of Fredericksburg
On Constitution Highway (State Highway 20), on the right when traveling west.
This short trail leads to "Grant's Knoll." For three days Gen. Ulysses S. Grant made his headquarters here, issuing orders that would determine the fate of armies and men. President Abraham Lincoln had recently appointed Grant general-in-chief over . . . Map (db m7403) HM

55 United Kingdom, England, Greater London, City of Westminster, Westminster — The Battle of Britain Memorial
On Victoria Embankment just north of Bridge Street, on the right when traveling north.
Front: The Battle of Britain Back: Never in the field of human conflict was so much owed by so many to so few Winston ChurchillMap (db m85843) WM
56 Massachusetts, Barnstable County, Hyannis — Battle Of The Bulge — 1944 - 1945
Near Main Street 0.1 miles south of Ocean Street, on the left when traveling south.
Dedicated to the gallant and victorious men and women who participated in the Battle of the Bulge. The greatest battle ever fought by the United Stated Army in Belgium and Luxembourg during World War II, 16 December 1944 thru 25 January . . . Map (db m142706) WM
57 Missouri, Jackson County, Kansas City, Swope Parkway - Elmwood — 10 — Battle of the Big Blue, October 23, 1864 — Battle of Westport • Byram's Ford • Big Blue Battlefield • 22-23 October 1864 —
On Denver Avenue at East 60th Street (Route E. 63rd), on the right when traveling north on Denver Avenue.
The Situation Late in the day on October 22, Union Maj. Gen. Alfred Pleasonton's cavalry drove the Confederate rear guard from Independence. The Union cavalry continued pursuing the enemy's withdrawal down the Byram's Ford Road until 10:30 . . . Map (db m259105) HM
58 New Jersey, Monmouth County, Red Bank — Battle of the Bulge Monument
On Avenue of Memories at Wilson Ave, on the right when traveling east on Avenue of Memories.
Dedicated to the gallant men and women of the United States Armed Forces who participated in the “Battle of the Bulge,” fought in Belgium and Luxembourg during World War II. The greatest battle ever engaged in by the United States Army lasted . . . Map (db m6964) WM
59 Virginia, Arlington County, Arlington, Fort Myer — Battle of the Bulge
On Arlington Cemetery south of Farragut Drive, on the right when traveling south.
Dedicated to the gallant and victorious men and women who participated in the Battle of the Bulge, World War II, 16 December 1944 thru 25 January 1945 in Belgium and Luxembourg. The greatest battle ever fought by the United States Army. Presented by . . . Map (db m137217) WM
60 Virginia, Frederick County, Middletown — Battle of Cedar Creek
On Valley Pike (U.S. 11), on the right when traveling north.
The Battle of Cedar Creek 19 October 1864 (a.m.) Maj. Gen. Philip Sheridan’s Union forces established themselves on both sides of the Valley Pike, north of Cedar Creek, centered on Belle Grove. Confederate Lt. Gen. Jubal A. Early . . . Map (db m15171) HM

61 New York, Kings County, Brooklyn, Bay Ridge — The Battle of Brooklyn — Revolutionary War Heritage Trail
On Belt Pkwy, on the right when traveling west.
On July 4, 1776, the Declaration of Independence proclaimed to the world that thirteen British colonies had joined together to create a new nation: the United States of America. Here in Brooklyn, only two months later, the survival of that new . . . Map (db m31009) HM
62 New York, Kings County, Brooklyn, Greenwood Heights — The Battle of Brooklyn — Revolutionary War Heritage Trail
On Battle Avenue, on the left when traveling north.
On July 4, 1776, the Declaration of Independence proclaimed to the world that thirteen British colonies had joined together to create a new nation: the United States of America. Here in Brooklyn, only two months later, the survival of that new . . . Map (db m13255) HM
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63 New York, Nassau County, East Meadow — Battle of the Bulge Veterans Memorial
Near Park Boulevard near County Route 24.
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64 New Jersey, Monmouth County, Manalapan Township — Monmouth Battlefield State Park — The Battle of Monmouth — 28 June 1778 —
Near New Jersey Route BUS 33, on the left when traveling east.
During the afternoon of Sunday, June 28, 1778, the hills and meadows in front of you disappeared under clouds of gun smoke. When the firing subsided, over 600 men were dead, dying or wounded, and the Continental Army held the field. The Battle of . . . Map (db m37741) HM
65 New York, Jefferson County, Alexandria — Cranberry Creek Wildlife Management Area — The Battle of Cranberry Creek
Near Swan Hollow Road east of Taylor Road, on the left when traveling east.
The Battle of Cranberry Creek was typical of many cross-border engagements fought along the New York border with British Canada during the War of 1812. A force of about 50 Americans fended off an attack by 250 British Soldiers. Several American . . . Map (db m179231) HM
66 South Carolina, Aiken County, Aiken — Battle of Aiken
On Chesterfield Street NE near Richland Avenue (U.S. 78), in the median.
Near this spot on February 11, 1865 was fought one of the final Confederate victories of the War Between The States. Federal Cavalry commanded by Major General Hugh Judson Kirkpatrick were attacked by Confederate Cavalry commanded by . . . Map (db m10061) HM
67 South Carolina, Kershaw County, Rembert — 28-6 — Battle of Boykin's Mill
On Boykin Road (State Highway 261) at Boykin Mill Road, on the left when traveling south on Boykin Road.
Gen. Edward E. Potter commanding 2700 white and Negro Union troops left Georgetown April 5, 1865, to destroy the railroad between Sumter and Camden. Here on April 18, in one of the last engagements of the war, a small force of Confederate . . . Map (db m27623) HM
68 Virginia, Appomattox County, Appomattox — Battle of Appomattox Station — Final Blow — Lee's Retreat —
On Main Street (Virginia Route 131), on the right.
You are standing near the site of Appomattox Station Depot on the South Side Railroad. Here, on the afternoon of April 8, 1865, Union cavalrymen under Gen. George A. Custer dealt the Army of Northern Virginia a final blow. First, they captured . . . Map (db m156545) HM
69 West Virginia, Putnam County, Scary — Battle of Scary
On Winfield Road (U.S. 35) 0.5 miles south of Interstate 64, on the right when traveling south.
First Confederate victory in Kanawha Valley fought here July 17, 1861. Charge of the Rangers under Captain (later General) Jenkins won the day. Whitelaw Reid described the event as a war correspondent with Gen. Cox's Union forces.Map (db m20787) HM

70 Kentucky, Hart County, Munfordville — Fort Craig — Battle and Siege of Munfordville — September 14-17, 1862 —
Near Charlie Dowling Road 0.3 miles north of South Dixie Highway (U.S. 31W), on the left when traveling south.
The mound on the hilltop before you is Fort Craig, a five-pointed earthen “star fort” that saw the fiercest fighting of the Civil War Battle and Siege of Munfordville, September 14-17, 1862. Forces of the 7th, 9th, and 29th Mississippi Infantry, . . . Map (db m250218) HM
71 Missouri, Jackson County, Kansas City, Brown Estates — Byram's Ford and the Battle of Westport — Battle of Westport • Byram's Ford • Big Blue Battlefield • 22-23 October 1864
Near Hardesty Avenue 0.2 miles north of 63rd Street, on the left when traveling north.
History of Byram's Ford Freighter Augustine Byram from Kentucky settled here in 1839. Overlooking the Byram's Ford crossing of the Big Blue River, his log cabin stood 900 yards west of here on the rise dubbed by the soldiers in 1864 as . . . Map (db m187187) HM
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72 United Kingdom, England, Kent, Folkestone — Battle of Britain Memorial
On New Dover Road (England Route B2011) at Old Dover Road, on the right when traveling east on New Dover Road.
The Christopher Foxley-Norris Memorial Wall Is Dedicated To The Aircrew Who Flew During The Battle of Britain 10th July 1940 — 31st October 1940 “Never in the field of human conflict was so much owed by so many to so . . . Map (db m123862) WM
73 Missouri, Jackson County, Kansas City, Swope Parkway - Elmwood — Battle of the Big Blue, October 22, 1864 — Battle of Westport • Byram's Ford • Big Blue Battlefield • 22-23 October 1864 —
Near Manchester Trafficway 0.5 miles north of East 63rd Street Trafficway when traveling north.
Clash at Byram's Ford At 10:00 AM on October 22, 1864, six hundred feet in front of you, Lt. Col. George H. Hoyt of the 15th Kansas Cavalry formed a skirmish line to resist the advance of the Confederate army across the Blue River at Byram's . . . Map (db m226627) HM

74 Indiana, Tippecanoe County, Battle Ground — The Battle of Tippecanoe — November 7, 1811
On Battleground Avenue west of Railroad Street, on the right when traveling north.
Here, on this site, military forces commanded by General William Henry Harrison, engaged in battle with the Indians of the Wabash country led by The Prophet, brother of the great Indian leader, Tecumseh. This battle destroyed forever the hope of . . . Map (db m36205) HM
75 Rhode Island, Newport County, Portsmouth — The 1st Rhode Island Regiment and the Battle of Rhode Island
On W Main Road (Rhode Island Route 114), on the left when traveling north.
The 1st Rhode Island Regiment of the Continental Line 1775 – 1783 The war for American Independence was a long and arduous struggle that demanded much of the American people. Rhode Island responded to those demands with patriotic fervor, . . . Map (db m48374) HM

76 Missouri, Newton County, Newtonia — Second Battle of Newtonia — A State Divided: The Civil War in Missouri
On Mill Street east of Market Street, on the right when traveling east.
Second Battle of Newtonia A few miles southwest of this location, the Second Battle of Newtonia was fought on Oct. 28, 1864. The conflict came near the end of Maj. Gen. Sterling Price’s celebrated invasion of Missouri. With the Federals . . . Map (db m65018) HM
77 Pennsylvania, Westmoreland County, Greensburg, Hempfield Township — Western Pennsylvania Battle of the Bulge Memorial
On Donohoe Road 0.2 miles east of Georges Station Road (Pennsylvania Route 1053), on the right when traveling east.
1944 • 2000 This memorial is dedicated to all Western Pennsylvania Veterans who participated and were victorious in "The Battle of the Bulge" WWII in Belgium and Luxembourg December 16, 1944 through January 25, 1945 That battle will . . . Map (db m281983) WM

78 Kansas, Douglas County, Baldwin City — The Battle of Black Jack — "Civil War in Kansas!"
On East 2000th Road at North 175th Road, on the right when traveling south on East 2000th Road.
"Let not the knives of pro-slavery men be sheathed while there is one abolitionist in the Territory." —Squatter Sovereign proslavery newspaper in Atchison, Kansas Territory, June 10, 1856 On this site at dawn on June 2, 1856, the . . . Map (db m20051) HM

79 Mexico, Jalisco, Zapotlanejo — The Battle of Calderσn Bridge
Near Carretera Tepatitlαn de Morelos - Zapotlanejo (Route 80).
Reseρa de la Batalla del Puente de CalderσnBatalla de Puente de Calderσn es parte de la guerra de independencia de Mιxico. La batalla fue trabada entre fuerzas insurgentes y fuerzas realistas, el 17 de enero de 1811. El Puente se . . . Map (db m100364) WM
80 Missouri, Iron County, Pilot Knob — Pilot Knob Mountain — Battle of Pilot Knob
Near S. McCune Street south of Maple Street (Missouri Highway 221), on the right when traveling north.
Battle of Pilot Knob Pilot Knob Mountain September 27, 1864 1:00 P.M. - 2:30 P.M.Prior to the Confederate attack on Ft. Davidson a detachment of 3rd M.S.M. Cavalry was forced off Pilot Knob Mountain by Slemons' and McCray's Rebel Brigades. The 3rd . . . Map (db m38445) HM
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81 Missouri, Mississippi County, Belmont — The Battle of Belmont — A State Divided — The Civil War in Missouri —
On State Highway 80, on the right when traveling east.
North and west of this location, the Battle of Belmont was fought on November 7, 1861. It was the first battle in which Ulysses S. Grant commanded an army. He had recently been promoted to Brigadier General and placed in command of the federal . . . Map (db m17763) HM
82 Virginia, Frederick County, Winchester — The Third Battle of Winchester — Union Victories in the Valley
Near Redbud Road (County Route 661), on the right when traveling east. Reported permanently removed.
After the successful attack of the Union Eighth Corps, it was only a matter of time before the Confederates lost the battle. As Confederate Gen. Early consolidated his lines closer and closer to Winchester, his men faced coordinated infantry . . . Map (db m167715) HM
83 Virginia, Shenandoah County, Fishers Hill — The Battle of Fishers Hill
On Old Valley Pike (U.S. 11), on the right when traveling south.
. . . Map (db m262545) HM

84 Kentucky, Hart County, Munfordville — Battle of Munfordville: Day 1 — Battle and Siege of Munfordville — Sunday, September 14, 1862 —
Near Charlie Dowling Road 0.3 miles north of South Dixie Highway (U.S. 31W), on the left when traveling north.
An “unauthorized and injudicious” attack … General James R. Chalmers was sent by General Bragg as a vanguard to Cave City. There, Chalmers learned from Col. John Scott of a weak Union garrison at Munfordville. Eager for glory—and without . . . Map (db m250220) HM
85 Kentucky, Hart County, Munfordville — Battle of Munfordville: Siege
Near Charlie Dowling Road 0.3 miles north of South Dixie Highway (U.S. 31W), on the left when traveling north.
When Braxton Bragg arrived at Green River, Cyrus Dunham had taken command of the Union garrison. The 15th had been spent clearing casualties from the field, but by the next day, gunfire erupted from Bragg’s advance guard, starting a day-long . . . Map (db m250219) HM
86 Louisiana, De Soto Parish, Old Pleasant Hill — The Battle of Pleasant Hill — Red River Campaign
On Louisiana Route 175 north of Patrick Road, on the right when traveling north.
Front On this 4 square miles in around the village of Pleasant Hill, approx. 15,000 Confederates under Maj. Gen. Richard Taylor attacked approx. 25,000 Union troops under Maj. Gen. N. P. Banks on April 9, 1864. That was the 3rd day of . . . Map (db m105670) HM
87 Missouri, Greene County, Springfield, Downtown Springfield — Battle of Springfield — A State Divided: The Civil War in Missouri — Missouri Department of Natural Resources —
On Park Central East east of South Avenue, on the left when traveling east.
The Battle of Springfield This location is the approximate site of Fort No. 4. During the Civil War, this four-sided earthen fort served as the main defensive work during the Battle of Springfield. This battle occurred during the raid, or . . . Map (db m173594) HM
88 New Jersey, Union County, Springfield — The Battle of Springfield
On Church Mall 0.1 miles north of Morris Avenue (New Jersey Route 124), on the left when traveling north.
Their deeds enriched and glorified our nation. This gate is dedicated in commemoration of the heroic service performed at The Battle of Springfield during the war for American Independence by the soldiers whose remains are . . . Map (db m7001) HM
89 New York, Kings County, Brooklyn, Greenwood Heights — Triumph on Battle Hill — The Revolutionary War at Green-Wood
Near Battle Avenue, on the left when traveling north.
You now stand on Green-Wood Cemetery’s Battle Hill, the highest natural elevation in Brooklyn. On the morning of August 27, 1776, had you stood here, you would have seen the Battle of Brooklyn developing in front of you. British General James . . . Map (db m69525) HM
90 New York, Kings County, Brooklyn, Park Slope — The Battle of Brooklyn — Revolutionary War Heritage Trail
On 5th Avenue at 3rd Street, on the right when traveling south on 5th Avenue. Reported permanently removed.
On July 4, 1776, the Declaration of Independence proclaimed to the world that thirteen British colonies had joined together to create a new nation: the United States of America. Here in Brooklyn, only two months later, the survival of that new . . . Map (db m30997) HM
91 Virginia, Fairfax — The Battle of the Bulge
Near Armstrong Street east of Chain Bridge Road (Virginia Route 123), on the right when traveling east.
Dedicated to the gallant and victorious men and women who participated in the Battle of the Bulge, World War II, 16 Dec 1944 thru 25 Jan 1945, in Belgium and Luxembourg. The greatest battle was fought by the United States Army, Presented by the . . . Map (db m178641) WM
92 Virginia, Norfolk, Willoughby Spit — Battle, Monitor and Merrimack
On West Ocean View Avenue (Virginia Route 168) just east of Richview Street, in the median.
On March 9, 1862, the first battle between ironclad ships occurred in Hampton Roads when the U.S.S. Monitor and the C.S.S. Virginia (Merrimack) met in a naval engagement which opened the era of the armored warship.Map (db m21215) HM

93 New York, Schenectady County, Glenville — The Beukendaal Battle
On Sacandaga Road (New York State Route 147), on the right when traveling north.
1748         1929 In Memory Of The Men Who Were Killed In This Ravine In The Beukendaal Battle On July 18, 1748 By The Canadian Indians John A. Bradt Johannes Marinus Peter Vrooman Daniel Van Antwerpen Cornelis Viele, . . . Map (db m102619) HM
94 Virginia, Fairfax — B-261 — Birthplace of the Confederate Battle Flag
On Main Street (Virginia Route 236) at Oak Street, on the right when traveling west on Main Street. Reported permanently removed.
During the First Battle of Manassas, amid the smoke of combat, troops found it difficult to distinguish between Union and Confederate flags. Generals P.G.T. Beauregard, Joseph E. Johnston and Quartermaster General William L. Cabell met near here in . . . Map (db m101514) HM

95 United Kingdom, England, East Sussex, Lewes — The Battle of Lewes, 1264
Near High Street at Castle Gate, on the left when traveling east.
The Battle of Lewes, 1264 A violent clash between the barons and the King Standing here on 14th May 1264 you would have witnessed one of the most important battles between rebel barons and King Henry III. The King had a reputation for . . . Map (db m129689) HM
96 Michigan, Calhoun County, Battle Creek — L0597 — Battle Creek Sanitarium / Percy Jones General Hospital
On North Washington Avenue at Champion Street, on the left when traveling south on North Washington Avenue.
Battle Creek Sanitarium The Battle Creek Sanitarium opened in 1866 as the Western Health Reform Institute. The institute was founded on health principles advocated by the Seventh-Day Adventist Church. In 1876 Dr. John Harvey Kellogg became the . . . Map (db m177255) HM
97 West Virginia, Jefferson County, Millville — Battle of Harpers Ferry / Jackson Arrives — Harpers Ferry National Historical Park — National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior —
Near Bloomery Road (County Road 27), on the right when traveling south.
(Upper Panel): Battle of Harpers Ferry Invasion rocked the United States during the second year of the American Civil War. In September 1862 Confederate General Robert E. Lee launched his army into Maryland - the North. Lee's first target . . . Map (db m168651) HM
98 Wisconsin, Marathon County, Wausau — Battle of the Bulge Monument
On North 5th Street south of Washington Street, on the left when traveling south.
In Memory of Veterans Battle of the Bulge Triumph of Courage World War II Dec.16, 1944 – Jan. 25, 1945 This is undoubtedly the greatest American battle of the war and will, I believe, be regarded as an ever . . . Map (db m42768) HM

99 Missouri, Cooper County, Boonville — Battle of Boonville — A State Divided: The Civil War in Missouri
On Morgan Street, on the right when traveling east.
On June 17, 1861, the Battle of Boonville took place at this and other locations along this road. By most standards of warfare, the Battle of Boonville was more truly a skirmish or demonstration than a full blown battle. But small conflicts can . . . Map (db m46060) HM
100 Rhode Island, Newport County, Portsmouth — The Black Regiment — Battle of Rhode Island
On West Main Road (Rhode Island Route 114) at Route 24 on West Main Road.
. . . Map (db m8407) WM

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