memorable! Chattanooga was a VITAL city to the Confederacy as it was not only located on the prime waterway to the deep South, it was a literal crossroad for the railroads running North and South AND East and West, and the battle for Chattanooga was crucial to both sides. 

 

As for the Delta Queen herself, she is the smallest but most authentic of the 3 stern-wheelers operated by the Delta Queen Steamship Company. The staterooms are smallish, but beautiful. The food aboard was magnificent, and the crew went out of their way to make us feel at home.  The next time a SASS cruise is offered, do everything in your power to be aboard when the gangway comes up!