The Burning of Darien
N 31° 22.144 W 081° 26.060
17R E 458696 N 3470586
The Burning of Darien Historical Marker at the corner of Washington St & North Way 1 block east of US 17 in Darien, GA commemorates this famous fire.
Waymark Code: WM2566
Location: Georgia, United States
Date Posted: 09/06/2007
Views: 51
The historical marker reads:
"On June 11, 1863 the seaport of Darien was vandalized and burned by Federal forces stationed on nearby St. Simons Island. The town was largely deserted, most of its 500 residents having sought refuge inland. Lost were public buildings, churches, businesses and most private residences. Conducting the raid were units comprised of among the first African-American troops to serve the Union cause, the 54th Massachusetts Volunteers under Col. Robert G. Shaw, and the 2nd South Carolina Volunteers under Col. James Montgomery. The burning of Darien, undefended and of little strategic importance, was one of the most controversial events of the Civil War."
Type of Structure: Public building
Fire Date: 06/11/1863
Structure status: Plaque
Cause of Fire:
Union troops during the Civil War
Documentation of the fire: [Web Link]
Other: Not listed
Construction Date: Not listed
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Visit Instructions:
Give a narrative of your experience. Did you learn anything after reading about the fire in the waymark? Photos are always welcome too. Please no virtual visits.