Atlanta Trip Overview
Historic 2-hour “walking tour” covers a 2 mile area that starts and ends in the same location. Walk through the actual locations were history was made. Tour provides guest a glimpse into the History of Atlanta, Civil War to Civil Rights. Hear combined stories from the 1864 Battle of Atlanta with the 1964 Civil Rights, at locations where both intersect on the battlefield. This battle is known not only for its strategic and military significance but also for political importance. Highlights include: Creek Indians, Atlanta’s Birth and Development,
Civil War, The Burning of Atlanta, The Battle of Atlanta in East Atlanta, Rebuilding the City, Segregation – White Flight Integration and Gentrification.
The Battle of Atlanta was fought on July 22, 1864, just southeast of Atlanta, Georgia. Union forces commanded by William T. Sherman, wanting to neutralize the important rail and supply hub, defeated Confederate forces defending the city under John B. Hood.
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Duration: 2 hours
Starts: Atlanta, United States
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Historic 2-hour “walking tour” covers a 2 mile area that starts and ends in the same location. Walk through the actual locations were history was made. Tour provides guest a glimpse into the History of Atlanta, Civil War to Civil Rights. Hear combined stories from the 1864 Battle of Atlanta with the 1964 Civil Rights, at locations where both intersect on the battlefield. This battle is known not only for its strategic and military significance but also for political importance. Highlights include: Creek Indians, Atlanta’s Birth and Development,
Civil War, The Burning of Atlanta, The Battle of Atlanta in East Atlanta, Rebuilding the City, Segregation – White Flight Integration and Gentrification.
The Battle of Atlanta was fought on July 22, 1864, just southeast of Atlanta, Georgia. Union forces commanded by William T. Sherman, wanting to neutralize the important rail and supply hub, defeated Confederate forces defending the city under John B. Hood.
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Burgess-Peterson Academy, 480 Clifton St SE, Atlanta, GA 30316, USA
This walking tours” which covers a 2 mile area that starts and ends in the same spot, the school parking lot.
Highlights include.
Creek Indians – Before Atlanta
Atlanta’s Birth and Development
Civil War Begins
Importance of Taking out Atlanta
The Battle of Atlanta in East Atlanta
Rebuilding the City
Segregation – White Flight
Integration
Gentrification
Duration: 2 hours
