In conjunction with Maney's Battery to the west, the four-gun battery emplaced here was intended to prevent Union forces from attacking down Erin Hollow and penetrating the Fort Donelson perimeter.

(3-95) East view of tour stop area. Confederate left wing outer defense trenches at right

(3-95) Confederate Trenches at right (west) of French's Battery marker. Left wing of the outer defenses. Erin Hollow in background