Battle of Kolb’s Farm: June 22, 1864

Image Credit: AT&T Pioneers

Year Erected: 1984

Marker Text*: The extension of the right wing of Federal forces S. of the Dallas Rd. threatening to outflank him, Johnston sent Hood's Corps [CS] from the right (E. of Kennesaw) to this, the extreme left, with directions to stop further Federal advances. Hood sent Stevenson's 4 brigades [CS] -- 2 astride the road, and 2 N. of it, against the 20th and 23d corps troops [US] posted astride the road to the W. This, and later attempts failed to check the Federal extensions southward.

Tips for Finding This Marker: At the intersection of Callaway and Powder Springs Roads in Marietta.

*Marker not in place due to damage or maintenance.

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