Year Erected: 1954
Marker Text: Howard's 4th A.C. was aligned along this ridge (Mt. Veron Rd.) from a point 0.5 mi N.E. of Cross Ch. to 1.5 mi. S.W. at the river. These troops reached the Chattahoochee at Power's & Isom's ferries. Hascall's div. (23d A.C.) was intrenched on Howard's left (along Mt. Vernon Rd.), when both lines were adjusted July 14.
Sherman, from h'dq'rs here (July 17-18), directed initial movements of Federal forces, from Roswell to Pace's Ferry, toward Atlanta.
From these environs the 23d A.C. marched via Sandy Springs to Old Cross Keys, July 17; the 4th via Power's Fy. Rd. to Buckhead July 18.
Tips for Finding This Marker: At the intersection of Old Powers Ferry Road and Mt. Vernon Highway in Sandy Springs.
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