We successfully crossed from Georgia into Tennessee—no casualties, just snacks. Been having a blast exploring Civil War battlefields… including quite a few that had us saying, “Wait, how did we *not* know about this one?” Turns out history has a pretty deep bench. Nashville did not disappoint, and yes, the Grand Ole Opry was a sight. But the real highlight? Reuniting with great friends who generously let us turn their driveway into our home base. Five-star parking, unbeatable company.
The Trail of Tears National Historic Trail commemorates the forced removal of over 60,0000 Native Americans, including Cherokee, Muskogee, Seminole, Chickasaw, and Choctaw nations, between 1830 and 1850. Administered by the National Park Service (NPS), the 5,000-mile trail spans water and land routes across nine states (AL, AR, GA, IL, KY, MO, NC, OK, TN)
Missionary Ridge
On November 25, 1863, Union troops under Ulysses S. Grant launched a, in part, spontaneous charge up the ridge, shattering the Confederate Army of Tennessee’s position and forcing their retreat into Georgia.
Orchard Knob Resv, Chattanooga, Tennessee Valley, United States
Chattanooga National Cemetery
The Great Locomotive Chase (April 12, 1862) was a daring Union mission where civilian James Andrews and 21 soldiers stole the Confederate train, The General, in Kennesaw, Georgia, aiming to destroy rail lines to Chattanooga. Pursued by conductor William Fuller for 87 miles, the raiders ran out of fuel near Ringgold, GA. Here is the monument for the raiders is located at the Chattanooga National Cemetery, where several are buried.
Nashville, TN
Broadway in Nashville
Can't go to Nashville with out a tour of the Grand Ole Opry.
The Battle of Franklin was one of the last great battles of the American Civil War. Fate and circumstance placed the small town of Franklin in the path of two great armies in late November 1864.
Visiting friend like Dave and Joanne makes life travels great. Dave teaching Tom how to play SINGO was full of laughters all around. Yes Tom did win.
Fall Creek Falls, at 256 feet, is generally recognized as the highest single vertical drop waterfall in Tennessee and in the eastern United States
Driveway Surfing at the Libby's
Happy Easter
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