Battle of Fort Pillow, Civil War battle site in Tennessee
The Battle of Fort Pillow was a controversial clash during the American Civil War.
On April 12, 1864, Confederate forces attacked Fort Pillow, leading to a Union defeat.
The battle is infamous for the massacre of African-American Union troops by Confederate soldiers.
Fort Pillow is now a state park and historical site open to public visits.
The Battle of Fort Pillow raised questions about the conduct of war and treatment of prisoners.
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American Civil War
GPS coordinates
35.63240,-89.84870
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August 31, 2026 12:04
