Nashville, Tennessee | This museum traces the history of the state from prehistoric Indians until the early 1900s, including a large section on the Civil War.

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Travellers Rest Plantation and Museum
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636 FARRELL PARKWAY
NASHVILLE, TN 37220, USA
Website: http://www.travellersrestplantation.org »
The Historic Overton home (c. 1799), was used as Confederate Army of Tennessee headquarters for two weeks prior to the 1864 Battle of Nashville. During the battle the house was damaged by artillery fire at Peach Orchard Hill. Important artifacts include an autograph book signed before the battle by 8 Confederate generals, including Hood, Forrest, Stewart, Cheatham, and Lee.
Nashville, Tennesee | During the Civil War, the historic site served as headquarters for General Stanley and Gen. Thomas J. Wood, commander of the Fourth Army Corps
Nashville, Tennessee | In December 1864, during the Battle of Nashville, a small skirmish occurred on the front lawn of the historic site.
Nashville, Tennessee | This self-guided tour covers one of the most strategic battles of the Civil War. Union forces held this important city since February 1862.
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