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Episode 175 Haunted Battlefields and Forts of the South
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- Southern Mysteries Podcast
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- Oct 13, 2025
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- 1800
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Summary
Across the South, battlefields and forts still bear the weight of the wars fought upon them. In this episode of Southern Mysteries, explore the haunting history of places like Shiloh, Franklin, Vicksburg, and Fort Morgan. From phantom soldiers and restless spirits to the families forever changed by the fighting, these are the stories where Southern history and haunting meet, and where the echoes of war still move through the land. Join the Community on Patreon: Want more Southern Mysteries? You can hear the Southern Mysteries show archive of 60+ episodes along with Patron exclusive podcast, Audacious: Tales of American Crime and more when you become a patron of the show. You can immediately access exclusive content now at patreon.com/southernmysteries 🎧 Explore More Southern Mysteries Visit SouthernMysteries.com for more episodes and source lists. 📱 Follow on Social Media: Facebook: Southern Mysteries PodcastInstagram: @southernmysteriesEmail: [email protected] Episode Sources U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs – Bivouac of the Dead poem and history Emerging Civil War – “Bivouacs of the Dead” and its legacy on battlefields Wikipedia – Theodore O’Hara biography and authorship of Bivouac of the Dead National Park Service – Shiloh National Military Park history and visitor resources American Battlefield Trust – Battle of Shiloh Overview National Park Service – Battle of Stones River history and maps Murfreesboro Historical Association – Legends of the Headless Horseman of Stones River Find a Grave / Military Memorials – Lt. Col. Julius Peter Garesché burial and biographical record National Park Service – Battle of Franklin: Carter House and Lotz House history Battle of Franklin Trust – Carnton Plantation and the McGavock Confederate Cemetery Tennessee En…