Pickett's Mill Battlefield Site, Civil War battlefield site in Dallas, Georgia
Pickett's Mill Battlefield Site is a Civil War battlefield spanning 765 acres with preserved earthworks, military roads, and a pioneer cabin still visible on the land. Walking trails run through forests and fields, showing the exact placement of defensive positions from the 1864 battle.
The site was the location of a battle on 27 May 1864 when Union forces attempted to advance toward Atlanta. The engagement ended with heavy losses on both sides and marks a pivotal moment in the campaign for the region.
The site tells the story of conflict between North and South through the experiences of those who lived here. Visitors can understand how soldiers and civilians experienced this war by walking through preserved positions and forest terrain.
The site is open daily and allows visitors to explore the trails at their own pace. A visitor center with information is available on certain weekdays, while on other days guests can walk the forests and fields on marked paths independently.
The ravine with its old fortifications still shows the exact arrangement as it existed in 1864, allowing visitors to understand combat tactics and defensive lines of that moment. This unchanged topography is rare and provides direct insight into military strategy from the period.
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