Gravesite of Major John B. Mitchell, Co. Q, 5th Georgia Infantry, CSA

Cedar Creek Baptist Church Cemetery

Wilcox County, Georgia, 2001

c. Brian Brown

Major Mitchell's (Sep 21 1847 - Oct 23 1913) burial place has become a local curiosity and landmark. Little information regarding his life or service to the Confederate States army is available, but he was obviously a well-respected member of his community. Cedar Creek lies at the northern end of Wilcox County, near the Pulaski County line on US Highway 129. Driving north, the churchyard is to the left, and slopes gently down to its namesake creek, and a perimeter of moss-draped trees. I would appreciate any further information on Major Mitchell.