Fort Donelson

Fort Donelson Battlefield in Dover, Tennessee

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Fort Donelson Battlefield

The Fort Donelson National Battlefield, located along the banks of the Cumberland River, is a great place to visit.  The park has a 6-mile trail with 11 stops.  In addition to visiting key parts of the battlefield, you can also see the historic Dover Hotel where General "Unconditional Surrender" Grant won fame, and the Fort Donelson National Cemetery.  Entry to the park is from Lock D Road off of Donelson Parkway.

Preservation

The American Battlefield Trust and our members have saved more than 376 acres at Fort Donelson Battlefield.

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Related Battles

Stewart County, TN | February 13, 1862
Result: Union Victory
Estimated Casualties
16,537
Union
2,691
Confed.
13,846
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