My visit in August 2022 was a differnt experince than the other review. The monument was intact…read more One of a few that I've surveyed (well over 100 to date) that was metal -- appears zinc (also known as white bronze). Nice monument that I added to my survey collection. Not sure why it says I'm from Marianna when I live in Charleston, West Virginia.

This marker is located near the center of Marianna and commemorates one of Florida's few land…read morebattles. It reads, "On September 27, 1864, Gen Asboth's force of 700 Federal cavalry from Pensacola arrived in the Marianna area to forage and secure Negro recruits. Confederate forces of a few hundred home guardsmen barricaded the streets of Marianna and withstood the first assault but Confederate casualties were 26, Federal about 55. Marianna was spared, but St. Luke's Church, situated in the middle of the battle, was burned." Marianna, the home of Florida's ardent secessionist Civil War governor, John Milton, was an important supply depot and recruiting/mustering center for Confederate militia and reserves. By late 1864, it was the largest northwest Florida town besides Tallahassee still in Confederate hands. Due to the fiercer-than-expected fighting and high casualties, particularly among the officers, Asboth's plan to turn south toward St. Andrews Bay was cancelled. Instead, that evening and the next morning, the raiders withdrew toward Choctawhatchee Bay. The column brought with it over 600 liberated slaves, 17 wagons filled with captured arms and stores, 200 captured horses, and 400 head of cattle. [Review 14702 overall, 202 of 2021, number 1262 in Florida.]

Historic Russ House built in the 1890s is a beautiful and historic building to house a tourist…read moreinformation center as well as a Veterans' Center. Julie greeted us as we arrived. She welcomed us to peruse the house on our own as well as offered us a tour. A few minutes later, Chastity guided us through the mansion. The many stories of the house and its former occupants are fascinating. We also learned about the Battle of Marianna which took place during the Civil War. Soldiers gathered at a nearby corner in preparation for battle. Plaques throughout Marianna commemorate the battle. The surrounding neighborhood features several pre-Civil War homes including one home called the 1840 House. It's like a step back in time. I'm glad we stopped in! The tour was worth our time plus we were able to pick up some brochures for other places of interest in the area. Thank you to Julie and Chastity for welcoming us at Russ House.

Had an employee stop whatever they were doing to give my family and some local visitors and her 2…read morechildren a brief tour. Appreciated her taking the time to show us around and give us a brief history of the property and mansion. Glad the building was repurposed and is being used.

Lots of history and beautiful grounds. There are quite a bit of stairs for anyone who might be…read morechallenged with that. Beautiful views from the top. Small gift shop but you can get your passport stamped since it's apart of a national park.

You can't get there, unless you're military! Very frustrating there's no information to indicate…read morethat on the website or elsewhere. Skip it!

A little out of my way, but worth the visit to see this hundred year old bridge in rural Georgia. I…read moredon't have any facts to add to Richard's great detail. Yes, the bridge is locked off from all foot traffic by iron gates. I'm guessing that this was done to prevent the neer-do-wells from filling the interior with graffiti, something I've seen done to other covered bridges. There is access to the bridge from both sides of the creek, but the far side has better parking and even a few picnic benches. The view from there is way better too. Bring some fried chicken from Blakely Chicken, which is about 15 minutes away. https://www.yelp.com/biz/blakely-chicken-blakely?hrid=5jAR2dp6_1-vprYS5gUIYA. Summary - it's a lovely bridge and it's a shame that it can't be properly enjoyed because bad people do bad things. [Review 14710 overall, 210 of 2021, number 375 in Georgia.]

Not like the pictures on the website. Covered bridge is under lock and key. Small waterfall under…read morebridge. Two picnic tables in whole area - which is not very big. Area hard to find with website instructions. Best thing is it was no cost to enter state park. Come on Georgia! You can do better than this. Best thing was info on the signs.

Love this sculpture! I circle the roundabout at sunset just to see sunlight reflecting through the…read moreglass. Looks cool after sunset, too, though I would love to see some LED's.

A cool piece of local lore in Ozark, Alabama. The Ozark Carillon and Tower is dedicated to all the…read moremilitary personnel and civilians who served at Fort Rucker since 1942. I love seeking out these local gems in both large cities and small towns, these testaments to the people and moments that built our great nation and defined what it means to be an American.

Located on 231 heading north just before you get into Ozark lies this historic marker you signify…read morethe first house to be built and what would be this County. We need to preserve history, we need to remember. And it has spots like this that have brought us to where we stand today.