[Stonewall Jackson]

There were actually two battles at or near Fort Donelson. The first was in February of 1862 and the entire garrison, almost 16,000 men, was taken captive by Grant. The second battle, the one where my ancestor was killed, was fought a year later with 36 Confederates dying and another 250 suffering wounds.

I just visited Fort Donelson and Dover a few weeks ago. They have really done a nice job restoring the fort to its former glory.

[Badeye]

‘I just visited Fort Donelson and Dover a few weeks ago. They have really done a nice job restoring the fort to its former glory.’

Every time I drive down to Texas I go by the exits, and never seem to have the time to stop. I’ll get there eventually.