Forrest Reconnoitered

Historical marker location:

Calhoun, Kentucky

( 2nd and Poplar St., Calhoun)

On reconnaissance and search for supplies, late Nov. 1861, CSA Gen. Nathan B. Forrest's cavalry scouted area. Reported USA forces of Gen. T. C. Crittenden gathered here. Forrest moved on to west. Again in area, Dec. 28, 1861, Forrest met and defeated Union scouting force in battle at Sacramento. CSA escaped capture by USA troops sent from Calhoun. See map over.

Installed June 24, 1964.

Civil War Nathan Bedford Forrest