Battle of Altamaha Bridge
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The Battle of Altamaha Bridge, also known as the Battle for the Doctortown Railroad Trestle, was an American Civil War engagement fought December 19, 1864, in Wayne County, Georgia, during Sherman's March to the Sea. The Confederate victory prevented Federal forces from destroying a vital railroad bridge during Maj. Gen. William T. Sherman's siege of Savannah, keeping open Confederate supply lines to the city.
1864
Wikidata
Battle for the Doctortown Railroad Trestle
United States, Confederate States of America, 
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Location: 31.655, -81.8275, KML, Cluster Map, Maps,
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1864 Battle of Altamaha Bridge
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| Type | Subtype | Date | Description | Notes | Source |
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| event | armed conflict | 1864 | Battle of Altamaha Bridge | United States, Confederate States of America, battle | Wikidata |