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Fort Harrison. Just outside of Richmond, Va., South of New Market Road. The earthworks here are still in great condition.
Date: 03/30/2006
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Just east of Richmond, there are miles of earthworks that stretch all the way to the James River to the South. There are some homes that have been built nearby, most of this area is beautiful parkland. You really get the feel for the effort that must have
Date: 03/30/2006
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This photo shows an embankment and trench on the east side of Fort Harrison. The trench has filled in over the years.
Date: 03/30/2006
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Drewry's Bluff. This impressive Confederate fortification guarded Richmond at a bend in the James River. There is a commanding view to the east to prevent Union boats from attacking the Capitol by water.
Date: 03/31/2006
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The new Lincoln memorial at the Tredegar Iron Works in Richmond. The brick remains of the Tredegar plant are preserved and evoke images of what the "burned district" must have looked like on April 3, 1865 when the retreating Confederates set fir
Date: 03/31/2006
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The Tredegar Iron Works. Much of the cannon and ammunition was cast at this factory just South of the downtown area, bordering on the James River. There is a nice museum located in the restored buildings and reenactors hold demonstrations on the upper gro
Date: 03/31/2006
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The Robert E. Lee Home. While the building is in good condition, it is disappointing that it has not been preserved as a museum. The former Lee home in Richmond is now used as offices for three different commercial businesses. The courtyard in back, where
Date: 03/31/2006
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The Crater. This hallowed ground is the site of the disasterous attempt by Union troops to explode tons of powder in an effort to break Lee's lines outside of Petersburg. As depicted in the recent film, Cold Mountain, disorganized Union troops were caught
Date: 04/01/2006
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Appomattox Court House. The McLean residence (reconstructed) is a must see for anyone visiting the Richmond/Petersburg area of Virginia. It is about a 2 hour drive west. The town has been well preserved and helpful park staff recreate the events of April
Date: 04/01/2006
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