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Anniversary of Ft. Donelson Battle Bonds Dover
Rose Krzton-Presson (2012-02-09)
Dan Griggs and Joanna Bailey rehearse a scene from "The Battle of Fort Donelson: A Retrospective."
DOVER, TN (wkms) - The Battle of Fort Donelson took place near Dover, Tennessee 150 years ago. The battle lasted six days and ended in surrender to Union forces. Today, residents of Dover are commemorating that battle with a series of events. Rose Krzton-Presson visited Dover and spoke with community members about how the town's history has shaped what it is today.

"The Battle of Fort Donelson: A Retrospective" runs this weekend at Rose Ella Village in Dover. Other events taking place that are sponsored by the Fort Donelson National Battlefield and can be viewed here. © Copyright 2012, wkms
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