Historical Marker

Major John B. Gallie

Fort Mc Allister ยท Bryan

Georgia marker

Inscription

MAJOR JOHN B. GALLIE. Killed in action while commanding the fort during the second attack of the monitor MONTAUK, February 1, 1863. The 32-pounder beside which he was standing was struck while Gallie was going from gun to gun, encouraging his men to calmness of aim. Georgia Historical Commission 1963

Location

AddressFort Mc Allister
CountyBryan
StateGeorgia

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