Courtesy of David Willis, TN, Richard Edling, PA and Paul Stanfield, GA
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ORCHARD KNOB. This hill in front of Missionary Ridge was initially the forward position of the Confederate defense line. It was taken by Union forces, and from here General Ulysses Grant commanded the assault on Missionary Ridge. On November 25, 1863, six cannon shot from this hill signaled the beginning of the battle for the ridge. Visitors will find a half dozen state monuments and a number of cannon, but the real reason to visit Orchard Knob is the geographical perspective it gives to the fighting between Lookout Mountain and Missionary Ridge.

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Paul Stanfield photo

(1-2012) Enlarge Orchard Knob from Missionary Ridge

Paul Stanfield photo

(5-1995) Illinois Monument on Orchard Knob

David Willis photo

(2006) Orchard Knob
 
Richard Edling photo

(2006) Orchard Knob, looking southwest
 
Richard Edling photo