Johnston's army had taken up defensive positions…
May 1864 CE
Johnston's army had taken up defensive positions at Allatoona Pass south of Cartersville, but Sherman had once again turned Johnston's left as he temporarily abandoned his railroad supply line and advanced on Dallas.
Johnston had been forced to move from his strong position and meet Sherman's army in the open.
Fierce but inconclusive fighting occurs on May 25 at New Hope Church, ...
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