Historic High Country

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The Historic High Country in Georgia is a vital piece of Civil War history, where pivotal battles and strategies shaped America’s most defining conflict. This region saw key moments of the Atlanta Campaign, including the Battle of Chickamauga, the second-bloodiest battle of the war. In Dalton, General Johnston’s Confederate army made its first stand against General Sherman’s advancing forces, while the Resaca Battlefield showcases the intensity of these clashes. Sites like Tunnel Hill, with its vital railroad tunnel, and towns such as Kingston and Adairsville highlight the region's strategic importance. The Western & Atlantic Railroad, threading through many of these towns, was essential to Sherman’s “March to the Sea.” For students, tourists, and history enthusiasts, the Historic High Country offers a vivid connection to the past—ground that witnessed the struggles, strategies, and courage of those who shaped our nation.