Wisconsin

On October 5, 1864, brave men from Wisconsin defended the star fort and the neighboring rations depot at Allatoona from repeated Confederate attacks. Although the garrison was heavily outnumbered, they tenaciously held the fort. Their courage saved the Federal depot at Allatoona and kept open General Sherman's supply line to Atlanta. Their selfless devotion to duty and to the Union cause allowed Sherman to continue his plans for the March to the Sea and through the Carolinas, which helped save the Union and ensured that future generations might enjoy the liberties of a free and undivided nation. The 12th Wisconsin Artillery and 18th Wisconsin Artillery were present, and James E. Croft of the 12th Wisconsin Artillery won the Congressional Medal of Honor for his bravery there on October 5, 1864.

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