Battery Harker (2)

 (1863-1865) - A Union U.S. Civil War Battery first established in 1863 in present day Knoxville, Knox County, Tennessee. Battery abandoned in 1865 at the end of the war.

History of Battery Harker
Battery Harker was hastily established in 1863 to counter the Confederate threat to the city. Located between Battery Noble and the Holston River. This battery was never finished, originally intended for five guns.

Battery Harker was abandoned in 1865 at the end of the war.

Current Status
Unknown status.

See Also:
 * Knoxville Defense System - U.S. Civil War

Sources:

Links:
 * North American Forts - Battery Harker
 * Tennessee Sourcebook - 1865 Inspection Report