Where they fought 1864
Highways of History IV visited the scenes of bloody fighting by the 69th Pa "Irish
Volunteers" during the May-June 1864 campaign. Photos by Sean Earnest.
Here the 69th turned back several rebel attacks on May 6, 1864
The original earthworks constructed by
the Philadelphia Brigade in the
Wilderness on Brock Road.
View of the 69th battleline against confedetate cavalry attacks
Todd's Tavern was occupied by the 69th
twice during May 1864.
The 69th was driven back toward the river
Location of the 69th during the rebel flank
attack at North Anna River
Here the 69th dug in for 5 days in the hot sun under enemy fire.
Scene of the 69th charge at Cold Harbor
(The Adams farm)
The see-saw fighting saw both sides advance and retreat for two days
Don Ernsberger discusses the advance
of the 69th toward the rebel lines
The 69th crossed here and siezed the railroad bridge
The North Anna River crossing
The 69th Pa attacked these positions on May 30, 1864
Confederate defense positions along the
Totopotomy Creek
Some Philadelphia Brigade units took this line but were driven back.
Rebel troops occupied this location
(Edgar's Salient). Target of 69th
attack.