The Battle of Pickett's Mill
May 27, 1864
After the Union defeat at New Hope Church, Maj. Gen. William T. Sherman ordered Maj. Gen. O. O. Howard to attack Gen. Joseph E. Johnston’ s seemingly exposed right flank. The Confederates were ready for the attack, which did not unfold as planned because supporting troops never appeared. The Rebels repulsed the attack causing high casualties.
History Articles
Recommended Books
The Battles of New Hope Church by Russell Blount, Jr.
Decision in the West: The Atlanta Campaign of 1864 by Albert Castel
Recommended Reading List: Atlanta 1864 Campaign
Threats
Most Endangered
- This battlefield was identified in our annual report History Under Siege™ in:
- 2010 »
Battle Facts
Campaign
- Atlanta Campaign
Battles In This Campaign
Location
- Paulding County, Georgia
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Dates
- May 27, 1864
Union Commander
Confederate Commander
Estimated Casualties
- 1,600 Union
- 500 Confederate
Result
- Confederate Victory
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