People

Explore People by Category

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  Soldiers

  Read about the soldiers on whose lived were forever changed on these battlefields.

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  Enslaved People

  Before and during the Civil War enslaved African Americans helped determine the course of history.

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  Civilians

  From local residents to family waiting for news at home, the history of the park spans beyond the military.

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  Politicians

  Political leaders in the United States and the Confederacy had enormous influence on the course of the Civil War.

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  Women

  Explore the stories of the diverse group of women whose lives intersected with the park and influenced the course of history.

 

People Making History

Browse stories of people whose lives impacted and intersected with the resources that the park protects.

We are continuously learning and researching stories to enrich and deepen our understanding of the past. The content on this page will grow with time.