Created by Tom Horn on 8 Dec 2009, Last Update on 13 Aug 2010

Memphis - 21 Aug 1864

Forrest made a daring raid on Memphis, then occupied by 6000 Federal troops. Although Forrest failed in Memphis, his raid influenced Union forces to return there, from northern Mississippi, and provide protection.

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Tags : Tennessee,Land,Combat

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