Georgia 2

This sign for the Lacy Hotel is in Kennesaw (formerly known as Big Shanty).
It refers to the location where the locomotive ‘General’ was stolen by Union men in what would become known as the Andrews Raid. This famous event has been the subject of many books, movies and T.V. shows, and it resulted in the first Medals of Honor ever awarded.  (Photo credit:  Bill Sweeney)

This Andrews Raid sign in Kennesaw (formerly Big Shanty), GA details the famous event that earned the Medal of Honor for 19 Union soldiers. There were 21 soldier volunteers, but only 19 received the Medal.  (Photo credit:  Bill Sweeney)

This ‘General’ sign is in Kennesaw, GA at the Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History, where the original ‘General’, as well as other Civil War information is displayed. Also here is a considerable amount of information on all the men involved in the chase. (Photo credit:  Bill Sweeney)