Chickamauga Battlefield Quiz

What is the size of the Chickamauga Battlefield compared to Gettysburg?

• Twice the size of Gettysburg

• Smaller than Gettysburg

• Larger than Gettysburg

• Same size as Gettysburg

Which creek was a major obstacle for Bragg's forces?

• Mississippi River

• West Chickamauga Creek

• Hudson River

• Potomac River

Who commanded the artillery battery at Alexander's Bridge?

• Robert E. Lee

• Eli Lilly

• Ulysses S. Grant

• Stonewall Jackson

What nickname was given to William Henry Talbert Walker?

• Rifleman Walker

• Ironclad Walker

• Shot Pouch Walker

• Cannonball Walker

Why is September 18th often overlooked in the Battle of Chickamauga?

• It was a day of Union victory

• It was a day of Confederate victory

• The focus is usually on the bloodiest days

• It was a peaceful day with no fighting

What nickname was given to West Chickamauga Creek?

• River of Life

• River of Peace

• River of Death

• River of Blood

What was the original structure of Alexander's Bridge during the war?

• A concrete bridge

• A stone bridge

• A wooden bridge

• A steel bridge

What was the purpose of the approach roads built by the park commission?

• To serve as hiking trails

• To facilitate troop movements

• To provide scenic views

• To connect to nearby towns

Which battlefield is associated with Snavely's Ford?

• Antietam

• Gettysburg

• Manassas

• Chickamauga

What is the significance of the 1890s abutments at the battlefield?

• They are a modern addition

• They represent the park's historical preservation efforts

• They were used in the battle

• They are part of the original bridge