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African Americans played a significant role in the history of Fort Donelson NB. Learn about the people and their stories as they fought for freedom and equality in this national park.
African Americans at Fort Donelson 1862-1866
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Exhibits explain the hard-fought transition from enslavement to freedom at the Union Fort Donelson. One couple's story about life after slavery ended is featured, along with educational opportunities for African Americans.

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  • Fort Donelson National Battlefield

    Underground Railroad "Free State Community"

    • Type: Place
    exhibit and location of UGRR

    UGRR Network to Freedom site

  • Fort Donelson National Battlefield

    The Free State at Fort Donelson

    • Type: Lesson Plan
    • Grade Levels: Middle School: Sixth Grade through Eighth Grade
    • Subject(s): Literacy and Language Arts,Social Studies

    Map depicts the best evidence of the Freedmen's Camp near Fort Donelson, Dover, TN, 1867

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Last updated: January 24, 2024

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174 National Cemetery Drive
PO Box 434
Dover, TN 37058

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931-232-5706 x0

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