Stones River National Cemetery TN

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Description: Stones River National Cemetery, located in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, is a solemn and historic site that serves as the final resting place for over 6,000 Union soldiers who perished during the Civil War, particularly in the Battle of Stones River, which took place from December 31, 1862, to January 2, 1863. Established in 1865, the cemetery spans 20.09 acres and is meticulously maintained by the National Park Service. It features orderly rows of white headstones, a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during one of the war's bloodiest battles. The cemetery is part of the Stones River National Battlefield, which preserves the history and legacy of this significant conflict, offering visitors a place for reflection and education about the profound impacts of the Civil War on the nation.

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• • Jeffrey C.
  • 2024-11-12T22:30:08.012711+00:00
  • There is a battlefield tour where you ride from spot to spot and listen to narration of what happened during the battle.