26th Ohio Infantry
Wagner's Brigade - Sheridan's Division
26th Ohio Infantry.
Wagner's Brig., Sheridan's Div., 4th Corps.
Lieut. Col. William H. Young.
Nov. 25, 1863.The regiment took part in the operation of November 23, against the enemy's central line in the plain.
With its Brigade it was prominent in the assault on Missionary Ridge, reaching the summit in this vicinity, and at once advanced in pursuit. Near the eastern base the regiment, under Major W.H. Squires, with the 15th Indiana, Major Frank White, both commanded by Lieut. Col. Young, captured a six gun battery, and again advancing, took part in the attack upon the enemy's rear guard, capturing two guns. Casualties: Killed, 2 men; Wounded, 5 officers, 29 men; Total 36.
Marker is on South Crest Road north of East Main Street, on the right when traveling south.
Courtesy hmdb.org
