Fort Donelson National Battlefield
Fort Donelson National Battlefield, Civil War battlefield in Stewart and Calloway Counties, United States.
Fort Donelson National Battlefield extends across Tennessee and Kentucky, featuring preserved earthworks, gun emplacements, and historical fortifications along the Cumberland River.
The February 1862 battle at Fort Donelson resulted in a decisive Union victory under General Ulysses S. Grant, leading to Confederate forces surrendering Nashville.
The National Cemetery within the battlefield grounds contains the graves of soldiers from multiple American conflicts, serving as a memorial to military service.
Visitors can explore 11 significant sites along a 10-kilometer route, with the main visitor center providing detailed information about the Civil War engagement.
The fort's position on the Cumberland River enabled control of water transportation routes, making it a critical strategic point during the American Civil War.
Location: Stewart County
Location: Calloway County
Website: https://nps.gov/fodo
GPS coordinates: 36.48250,-87.86280
Latest update: June 29, 2025 10:33
Tennessee offers a notable mix of geological formations and historical sites that document different periods of American history. The state extends from the Appalachian Mountains in the east to the Mississippi River in the west, encompassing extensive cave systems, waterfalls, and forested areas. Underground attractions include The Lost Sea Adventure near Sweetwater, one of the largest underground lakes in America, and Tuckaleechee Caverns near Townsend with its flowstone formations. Ruby Falls in Chattanooga takes visitors 1,100 feet (335 m) below ground to an underground waterfall. The state's natural parks protect waterfalls of varying size and accessibility. Fall Creek Falls near Spencer drops 256 feet (78 m) and ranks among the highest waterfalls east of the Mississippi. Burgess Falls and Cummins Falls offer hiking trails to cascades, while Ozone Falls is accessible directly from the roadside. Big South Fork National River includes gorges and whitewater sections in the Cumberland Plateau. Historical sites document the Civil War through battlefields like Fort Donelson and Shiloh, and through preserved structures such as the Carter House in Franklin. Belle Meade Plantation near Nashville shows life on a 19th-century horse farm, while Chucalissa Archaeological Museum presents pre-Columbian settlements of the Mississippian culture.
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