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Experience the days of soldier and steed and southern hospitality.

The 6th Cavalry Museum preserves the rich military history of the “Fighting Sixth” Cavalry, stationed at The Post at Fort Oglethorpe 1919 - 1942. The story of the 6th Cavalry is illustrious, beginning in 1861 as a U.S. Cavalry Regiment to present day. Located on the Post’s original parade ground/polo field, the area is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, surrounded by officer’s homes and other Post buildings. Visited by presidents, military heroes and celebrities, the museum houses artifacts, uniforms, weapons, accoutrements, photos, and vehicles.

Step back in time to the era of the horse soldier by visiting the 6th Cavalry Museum.

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6th Cavalry Museum is managed by Friends of the 6th Cavalry Museum, Inc.



4th Annual Remembering Our Heroes *Oct. 11-12, 2013* Mark your calendars for this year's Remembering Our Heroes. School groups will join us on Friday, Oct. 11 and the public is invited to join us on Saturday, Oct. 12 for re-enactments, USO Show, living history displays and more. Plus, this year an authentic WWII M-36 Jackson Tank Destroyer will participate in the re-enactments! (See the M-36 Jackson Tank and owner Ron Hargroves featured on Discovery Channel's Son of Guns.) Visit our EVENTS page for all the details.

The 6th United States Cavalry in the Civil War A History and Roster Congratulations to 6th Cavalryman Jimmy Jones on the publication of his book “The 6th United States Cavalry in the Civil War.” We are thrilled to call him one of our own. Jones co-wrote the book with retired Army cavalry officer Donald C. Caughey. Learn about Jones' book and pre-order your copy here.

6th U.S. Cavalry Association Newsletter The 6th U.S. Cavalry Association recently mailed newsletters. If you did not receive one and would like to read it, download the PDF here. If you are not on the mailing and would like to receive future mailings, please contact the museum at 706-861-2860.
Traveling Trunks Now Available! Do you teach grades 5 - 8? Then you may be interested in our new traveling trunks on Civil War Medical Care. Download the flyer for more details.
6th Cavalry Museum Memberships Available! Become a member of the 6th Cavalry Museum for only $25 a year. Your annual membership grants you free unlimited admission to the museum for two plus two admissions to "Remembering Our Heroes."
Check out the events happening this year at the Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park in celebration of the 150th Anniversary. Download the PDF.
Trace the steps of the Cherokee, the Civil War, and the World War Soldier down Highway 27 in Northwest Georgia. Download the NW Georgia Military Trail map for information on attractions, hotels and more. Low Resolution Map High Resolution Map

Planning a visit to Fort Oglethorpe and the 6th Cavalry Museum? Checkout all there is to see and do when you visit with our downloadable brochure. Just click on the image to the left to download a PDF brochure.