Howard’s 4th A.C. was aligned along this ridge (Mt. Vernon Rd.) from a point .5 mi. N.E. of Crossroads Ch. to 1.5 mi. S.W.. at the river. These troops reached this ridge July 12, 13, 1864, having crossed the Chattahoochee at Power’s & Isom’s ferries. Hascall`s div. (23d A.C.) was intrenched on Howard`s left (along M. Vernon Rd.)., when both lines adjusted July 14.

Sherman, from h’dq’rs here (July 17-18), directed initial movements of Federal forces, from Roswell to Pace’s Ferry, to Atlanta.

From these environs the 23rd A.C. marched via Sandy Springs to Old Cross Keys, July 17; the 4th, via Power’s Fy. Rd. to Buckhead July 18.

Marker is at the intersection of Mount Vernon Highway and Old Powers Ferry Road, on the left when traveling east on Mount Vernon Highway.

Courtesy hmdb.org

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