Poe Road in the Chickamauga Unit of Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park
CHICKAMAUGA BATTLEFIELD TOUR
STOP 3: POE FIELD
Allow 15 minutes for a visit
The third stop on the Chickamauga Battlefield Tour is Poe Field. This spot marks the center of the Union battle line on the second day of fighting and, more importantly, the location of Union General Thomas Wood’s men when they were ordered north to “fill a gap” in the line, one that did not exist. Of course when they vacated their position a real gap was formed, a fatal mistake that directly caused the Union army to lose the battle. Wayside exhibits, cannon, and plenty of monuments are located at this stop.
1st Ohio Light Artillery Monument on Poe Road in the Chickamauga Unit of Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park
In the field across Lafayette Road, which lies in front of you, is the Georgia Monument, the tallest in the park.
Georgia Monument at Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park
Allow 10-15 minutes, depending on whether you hike across Lafayette Road to get a photo of the Georgia Monument.
Next Stop: Brotherton Cabin | Previous Stop: The Battle Line
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Last updated on May 30, 2023
