In the course of the American Civil War, the Confederates abandon
the city of Atlanta, Georgia, and the following day it is occupied
by William Sherman.
Citation:
Editors. "Confederates abandon Atlanta, Georgia".
The Literary Encyclopedia. First published 30 December 2011
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