Madisonville, KY, United States
Forrest Reconnoitered. CSA General Nathan Bedford Forrest, on reconnaissance and foraging mission toward the Ohio River Nov. 24 to Dec. 5, 1861, passed here with 300 cavalry on way to Caseyville. There he found large supply of hogs and took some along. After he left, USA picked up remainder. While r
eturning to Hopkinsville Forrest captured horses, cattle and more hogs. Map on other side. Installed July 31, 1964.
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