“White Dogwood” marks the start of Amen Corner with a challenge of epic proportions. The long, sweeping fairway demands accuracy, while the green, guarded by water on the left, tests your nerve. It’s a hole where precision and patience are the keys to survival.

The year 1958 was eventful at the Masters Tournament.

Two bridges across Rae’s Creek were dedicated in honor of Ben Hogan and Byron Nelson. A young pro named Arnold Palmer won the tournament for the first time.

And Amen Corner was born.

Actually, the famous stretch of golf holes — Nos. 11, 12 and 13 at Augusta National Golf Club — had been in existence for 25 years.

But a catchy nickname for the three holes didn’t exist until Herbert Warren Wind, the golf writer for Sports Illustrated, came up with the term to describe the action in 1958.

Nestled among the towering pines and vibrant azaleas, the Augusta National Clubhouse exudes Southern charm with its white façade and wraparound porches. It’s a place where history is celebrated, champions are crowned, and the spirit of the game lives on.