Year Erected: 1954
Marker Text: These troops (US) having crossed the river at & near Power's Ferry July 12, 13, 1864, occupied an intrenched line on this ridge facing S.E. until the 18th ~ the rt. resting on the river, the left near Crossroads Church. Stanley's & Newton's men built a trestle bridge at the island July 14, 16, to replace the pontoon required at Pace's Ferry.
July 17, Wood's div. left this line & marched 3 mi. S. to Pace's Ferry to cover the crossing of the 14th A.C. from Cobb County side. Wood's route to & from Pace's was in the difficult terrain between the river & Mt. Paran Road; the division returned that evening.
Tips for Finding This Marker: At intersection of Northside Dr and Mt. Vernon Highway in Sandy Springs.
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