Brig. Gen. A. M. Manigault’s Brigade

On July 22, 1864,

Brig. Gen. A. M. Manigault’s Brigade, Hindman’s Div., Cheatham’s Corps, advancing

eastward from the Atlanta fortifications against the Federal 15th Corps posted at DeGress Ave., halted in this ravine to reform their line, preparatory to the assault that resulted in breaking the Federal line and capturing DeGress Battery.

Erected by the Old Guard of Atlanta -- 1934

Dedicated by Camp Gordon S.C.V.

Marker is at the intersection of Waverly Way and Edgewood Avenue, on the right when traveling north on Waverly Way.

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