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Listed in Civil War, Civil War Trails, Historical landmark

• 675 Main St, Sacramento, KY 42372
  Sacramento, Kentucky 42372
• 270 792-5300
• http://www.battleofsacramentoky.com/

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Travel to Sacramento, Kentucky, for a living-history remembrance of the Battle of Sacramento, fought on December 28, 1861, during the Civil War. The battle brought Confederate cavalry under Nathan Bedford Forrest into conflict with Union forces near the small McLean County community and became one of Forrest’s early victories. The reenactment offers visitors a chance to reflect on this lesser-known Kentucky battlefield through historical interpretation and recreated military action. It is a thoughtful stop for travelers interested in Civil War history, local heritage, and the stories preserved in Kentucky’s small towns. Check with the organizers before traveling for the current event date, schedule, location details, and admission information.

Historical References / Learn More

• Battle of Sacramento — American Battlefield Trust
• Battle of Sacramento Reenactment — Kentucky Department of Tourism

Listing Tags

Battlefields, Civil War History, Historical Reenactments, Kentucky history, Living History, Sacramento

plusCode

CP5P+JF Sacramento, Kentucky

Street

675 Main St

Latitude

37.409097

Longitude

-87.263810

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Country

USA

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