Bruce K.
12/28/2020
The signs on opposite sides of the River detail what happened here. The markers read, "On Nov. 23, 1864, Major General C. Wayne, Adjutant General of Georgia, was in Oconee (No. 14, CRR), 10 miles...
Balls Ferry Historical Markers
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2 GA-57
Tennille, GA 31089
The Balls Ferry Historical Markers in Tennille, GA, commemorate a significant event that took place on November 23, 1864, during the American Civil War. Maj. Gen. C. Wayne, Adj. Gen. of Georgia, defended the railroad bridge over the Oconee River against Gen. Sherman's army. Despite initial setbacks, Confederate forces led by Maj. A. L. Hartridge successfully repelled the enemy and established a defensive position along the east bank of the river.
However, the arrival of strong enemy columns with artillery made the Confederate position untenable, and they were forced to withdraw to Tennille. The historical markers serve as a reminder of this important battle and the bravery of those who fought to protect the region during the Civil War.
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