Forrest Reconnoitered. CSA Gen. Nathan Bedford Forrest and 300 cavalry sent on foraging and reconnaissance mission from Hopkinsville reached Ohio River at Caseyville, Nov. 30, 1861. See map on other side. He found large supply of hogs, taking some along. After he left, USA got the rest and much whiskey. While returning to Hopkinsville Forrest captured horses, cattle and more hogs. Originally installed February 19, 1964.