Library of Congress
Remembering Our Fallen Heroes
On the last Monday of May, we observe Memorial Day in honor of those who have died while serving in the U.S. military. Learn about the history and traditions of this important observance.
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Don Sniegowski
Help Us Save Hallowed Ground in Tennessee and Kentucky
Preserve four valued sites in Tennessee and Kentucky at an astonishing $117-to-$1 match.  Help beat the odds — and save more of America’s history — by contributing today!
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In the Footsteps of Heroes
Every Medal a story to be told; every recipient part of something greater. Explore the inspiring lives of those who have worn the Medal of Honor.
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American Battlefield Trust
Preserve 20 Acres at Antietam Forever
Please make this hallowed ground at Antietam's Jacob Avey Farm – where some of the fiercest fighting in American History took place – part of your personal legacy today.
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Working to Save America’s Battlefields
A statue of statesman and Founding Father Samuel Adams against an American flag.
A Virtual Visit to Historic Boston
Come along as we visit some of Boston's most iconic destinations and uncover over 100 years of fascinating American history.
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Lee's Headquarters, Gettysburg National Military Park, Pa.
Lee's Headquarters: A Guided Tour
Explore the Mary Thompson House — Gen. Robert E. Lee's headquarters during the Battle of Gettysburg — and learn about the unique history and preservation story of this historic structure.
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Browse history and preservation efforts geographically with our interactive maps.
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Speak Out for Battlefield Preservation
Battlefields need advocates like YOU to speak out against ill-considered developments and other threats.
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