Explore The Fascinating History Of North Carolina's 200 Stops Along The 6-State Civil War Trails Program
By Carolyn Harmon|Published June 26, 2024
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Since 1994, Civil War Trails in North Carolina has worked with people we may know – historians, volunteers, and storytellers from our local communities. The nonprofit started with some interested historians to link the sites of Robert E. Lee’s retreat from Petersburg, Virginia, to his surrender at Appomattox. Storytelling efforts have successfully connected intrigued visitors with small towns across a network of six states on more than 1,200 sites. Walk in the footsteps of the commanders, soldiers, — our descendants. This community-driven approach tells human-interest stories in organized and unforgettable ways. Let’s look at a few stops along the North Carolina trails.
Civil War Trails in North Carolina offers more information on the website. These trails give easy access to authentic details of the war in America from April 12, 1861, through the spring of 1865, leaving an estimated 620,000 dead and thousands of others injured.
Read about another fascinating stop along the way: Kinston Battlefield Park. As you travel through the state, find some lodging and reserve ahead on Expedia.com.
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