Georgia's Antebellum Trail
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We got a glimpse of the Old South’s history. The Antebellum Trail took us through Georgia towns that survived Sherman’s March to the Sea in the Civil War. As General Sherman traveled from Atlanta to Savannah, his troops split into groups. Some towns were spared because they were bypassed, some surrendered to avoid being burned, and some became headquarters for Union officers
Macon, The City of Churches and Cinema
- April 7, 2022
- 2.72 mi
- 1:07:53 hrs
- 84 °F
We began our trip in Macon, founded in 1823. It is the southernmost town on the trail near the Ocmulgee River. Macon, called the City of Churches, has more than 6,000 buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places across 14 historic districts. It survived the war in part because it was an important medical and supply center. While walking around, we weren’t allowed to take any pictures because of a movie in the making. We learned that Georgia is at the heart of today’s film industry. Not Hollywood, but Georgia! Who knew!
Eight Miles Worth the View
- April 12, 2022
- 7.71 mi
- 2:21:52 hrs
- 67 °F
After the rain cleared, we drove to Tusculum expecting a short, easy walk. Instead, we covered nearly eight miles. The effort was worthwhile, as the trail offered beautiful views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, still partially covered by clouds.
- April 11, 2022
- 2.13 mi
- 0:41:57 hrs
- 70 °F
Eight Miles Worth the View
- April 12, 2022
- 7.71 mi
- 2:21:52 hrs
- 67 °F
After the rain cleared, we drove to Tusculum expecting a short, easy walk. Instead, we covered nearly eight miles. The effort was worthwhile, as the trail offered beautiful views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, still partially covered by clouds.