The High Ground

During the afternoon of March 27th, this high ground was the scene of brutal and deadly close combat. The Red Sticks planned to use it as a key battle position, their second line of defense, and gathered fallen trees here to provide cover in the event of a fighting retreat from their first line, a log barricade or breastwork. But Cherokee and Lower Creek warriors allied with Andrew Jackson attacked from behind, crossing the river and pushing through the village, burning huts as they passed. Once they gained this ground, the Red Sticks were trapped and forced to fight to the last or attempt escape to the river.

Alabama · United States