Confederate Post - American Civil War - South Newport, GA
N 31° 38.408 W 081° 23.685
17R E 462568 N 3500615
On the night of August 18th, the confederate post was attacked by Federal Troops coming up the South Newport River.
Waymark Code: WM26DJ
Location: Georgia, United States
Date Posted: 09/12/2007
Views: 25
The historical marker reads:
"Near this spot, Company F of the Third South Carolina Cavalry, Lieut. W. L. Mole commanding was stationed during the summer of 1864. The Company was on Patrol duty, guarding the Coast of McIntosh County.
On the night of August 18th, the post was attacked by Federal Troops coming up the South Newport River. Of Company F, less than 20 men escaped death or capture. Five civilian prisoners were taken also, and the Bridge over the South Newport River was burned."
Name of Battle:
Attack on South Newport Confederate Post
Name of War: American Civil War
Entrance Fee: Not Listed
Parking: Not Listed
Date(s) of Battle (Beginning): Not listed
Date of Battle (End): Not listed
|
Visit Instructions:
Post a photo of you in front of a sign or marker posted at the site of the battle (or some other way to indicate you have personally visited the site.
In addition it is encouraged to take a few photos of the surrounding area and interesting features at the site.