American Battlefield Trust

How We Became America: The Untold History

Not everything worth knowing exists inside the cover of our history textbooks. Watch the latest videos from our ongoing series to fill in the gaps and bring new stories to life.

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Buddy Secor

When You’re a Color Bearer, You’re in Good Company

Join the Color Bearers and lead the charge to preserve America’s battlefield sites and history for future generations.

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Double your impact & ensure America's history is never forgotten!

For every dollar you contribute, HTR Foundation and Congressional funds will be matched for the potential of $2-1/4 million for investments in battlefield education — onsite, online, and in the classroom!

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Buddy Secor

Help Protect 407 Acres Across Four Sacred Battlefields

Don't miss this unprecedented opportunity to save five important tracts of land where four decisive battles were fought in three states.

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The cover the the Summer 2021 issue of Hallowed Ground magazine

Few places in America were fought over as much as the twice-hallowed plains of Manassas. The summer issue of the Trust's membership magazine "Hallowed Ground" takes a closer look.

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Long grasses and wildflowers, a cannon, and a split rail fence at Manassas National Battlefield Park

Please make your most generous gift today to protect 3.5 critical acres near the Sudley Church at the Manassas National Battlefield Park for generations to come.

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