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Little Kennesaw Mountain
Little Kennesaw Mountain viewed from Kennesaw Mountain, April 2017 (cropped).jpg
Little Kennesaw Mountain, viewed from Kennesaw Mountain
Highest point
Elevation 1610 ft (491 m) NAVD 88
Prominence 140 ft (43 m)
Parent peak Kennesaw Mountain
Geography
Little Kennesaw Mountain is located in Georgia (U.S. state)
Little Kennesaw Mountain
Little Kennesaw Mountain
Location in Georgia (U.S. state)
Parent range Appalachian Ridges
Topo map USGS Marietta
Climbing
Easiest route Trail hike

Little Kennesaw Mountain is a smaller mountain located in Cobb County, Georgia. It sits northwest of Marietta and south of Kennesaw. This mountain is actually a part of the larger Kennesaw Mountain, which is famous for a major battle during the American Civil War.

What Makes Little Kennesaw Mountain Special?

Little Kennesaw Mountain might be smaller than its neighbor, but it played a role in American history. It's known for its connection to the Battle of Kennesaw Mountain. This battle happened in 1864 during the Atlanta Campaign of the American Civil War.

A Mountain's Role in the Civil War

During the American Civil War (1861-1865), the Union and Confederate armies fought many battles. The Atlanta Campaign was a series of battles and maneuvers in Georgia. The goal for the Union army was to capture Atlanta, Georgia, an important city for the Confederacy.

Key Generals and Their Plans

The Confederate general, Joseph E. Johnston, was in charge of defending Atlanta. He decided to build strong defenses to slow down the Union general, William T. Sherman. Johnston's plan was to create a series of trenches and forts. These defenses stretched from Kennesaw Mountain all the way to Kolb Farm.

Defending the Mountain: Fort McBride

To protect their lines, the Confederates built a fort called Fort McBride on Little Kennesaw Mountain. Even with these defenses, Little Kennesaw Mountain mostly saw small fights, called skirmishes. Most of the heavy fighting during the Battle of Kennesaw Mountain happened further south. A skirmish is a brief, unplanned fight between small groups of soldiers.

Exploring Little Kennesaw Mountain Today

Today, Little Kennesaw Mountain is part of the Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park. This park helps people learn about the Civil War and enjoy nature. The mountain is now a popular spot for hiking. A well-known trail goes from Burnt Hickory Road to the park's visitor center. This trail crosses Pigeon Hill and both Kennesaw and Little Kennesaw Mountains.

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