07/01/2026
While this week we normally commemorate the Battles of Gettysburg and Vicksburg, the Battle of Nashvillle Trust made an important announcement that they are trying to acquire another tract of land on Shy's Hill. This is important to us because four Minnesota regiments participated in the Battle of Nashville in the 1st Division of the XVI Corps under Brig. Gen. John MacArthur, and their assault on the Confederate left at Shy's Hill proved to be the turning point of the battle, shattering the Confederate Army of Tennessee. The 5th, 7th, 9th and 10th Minnesota Infantry Regiments participated.
From the Battle of Nashville Trust:
June 30, 2026 -- PLEASE HELP US PURCHASE NEW SHY'S HILL SITE!
Big News from the Battle of Nashville Trust -- an opportunity for another Shy’s Hill acquisition!
Battle of Nashville Trust supporters, thank you for your continued support of our efforts to honor the service of those who fought here at Nashville in December of 1864! We are excited to share the news that we have the opportunity to buy an additional 1.2 acres of land on Shy's Hill adjacent to our current trail head that leads to the Summit from Benton Smith Rd. Your gift to support this effort would be greatly appreciated!
Why are we buying this parcel?
• Protects hallowed ground from future development.
• Preserves core battlefield land on the hill where the Battle of Nashville was decided.
• Honors troops from Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota, and Ohio who fought troops from Florida, Georgia, and Tennessee at this spot.
• Positioned adjacent to our current trail head and summit properties.
• Expands our battlefield footprint to almost 6 acres on Shy's Hill.
• Creates a better opportunity for visitors to envision what transpired here and for the BONT to interpret the action for them.
• Will enable us to increase our hiking trail and green space footprint.
Please consider making a donation today by visiting https://www.battleofnashvilletrust.org/about-us/join/.
Important
Matching Alert – – Every dollar donated toward the new site helps BONT qualify for a significant matching fund that will greatly increase our ability to make this vital purchase!
