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From
the French and Indian War to Vietnam, Americans have fought and died
for their country. The National Park Service preserves and protects
the historic battlefields of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries
and memorials to the more recent conflicts of World War II and the Korean and Vietnam
Wars. The preservation and marking of American battlefields represents
one of the most important activities of the National Park Service today.
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American
Battlefield Protection Program
The ABPP helps communities near historic battlefields
to develop local solutions for balanced preservation approaches for
these sites. In addition to awarding small matching funds to organizations
sponsoring planning and educational projects at historic battlefields,
ABPP historians, preservation planners, and archeologists provide technical
assistance to owners of battlefield property, battlefield friends groups,
and state and local governments interested in preserving historic battlefield
land and sites.
Civil
War Battle Summaries
Each
summary provides basic statistical data on the location, dates, commanders,
size, and casualties of each battle. It also indicates the ranking
of the battle by military importance and the battlefield's level of
priority for preservation. A one paragraph historical narrative describes
the circumstances, action, and outcome of the battle.
The
Civil War
Here is a compilation of information on the Civil War.
Revolutionary
War and the War of 1812
Learn about a study of these two wars and find out about specific
military actions for each war by state.
American Defenders of Land, Sea & Sky
Travel through time and across country to 56 special places in our nation's past--National Historic Landmarks that hold fascinating stories of America's "common defense." Begin with the first shots of the Revolutionary War and "follow history" to the War of 1812, the Struggle for Western Territory, the Civil War, the Spanish-American War, two World Wars, and the Cold War. Visit forts, battle sites, old ships and planes, a modern submarine, and a pioneering space vehicle! See special places where peace treaties were signed; view monuments that honor those who have been lost to war. Links to a Guide for Teachers, Parents, and Other Educators.
American Revolution 225th: Lighting Freedom's Flame
The years 2000 to 2008 mark the 225th anniversary of the momentous events that created the United States. Check out this site for a day-by-day chronology of the Revolution, a comprehensive listing of special events in National Parks, and an evolving roster of special features on the revolutionary period.
America's
Hidden Battlefields: Protecting the Archeological Story
America's battlefields teach us about some of the most important events
in our history--and there is much more to a battlefield than immediately
meets the eye! An important piece of this irreplaceable landscape is
the reality of that long-ago battle that lies hidden underground. Through
the protection, study, and interpretation of archeological evidence,
we can enhance our understanding of those events, and ensure that the
battle, itself, is remembered.
Camp
Life: Civil War Collections from Gettysburg National Military Park
The exhibit showcases some of the items that were made or used by soldiers
in Union and Confederate camps. Many of the activities shown in the
exhibit helped soldiers cope with daily life.
Historical
Themes
Scroll down to find a complete listing of all of our military parks
and historic sites since the 17th century under these category names:
Military
Military: Civil War
Military: Colonial Wars
Military: Korean War
Military: Mexican War
Military: Military-Indian Conflicts
Military: Revolutionary War
Military: Vietnam War
Military: War of 1812
Military: World War II
The
Civil War Soldiers and Sailors System
This
is a computerized database containing very basic facts about servicemen
who served on both sides during the Civil War; a list of regiments in
both the Union and Confederate Armies; identifications and descriptions
of 384 significant battles of the war; references that identify the
sources of the information in the database; and suggestions for where
to find additional information.
Mapping
Historic Battlefields
This compilation
of papers, reports, and projects demonstrate the importance of Geographic
Information Systems (GIS), Geographic Positioning Systems (GPS), and
mapping, as applied to specific battlefield sites.
"Muster
Roll" at Valley Forge
Search this
database for the 30,000 plus soldiers who served at the Valley Forge
Encampment under General George Washington from December 1777 to June
1778.
The
Origin and Evolution of the National Military Park Idea
by Ronald F. Lee
Publication
This page contains information of how the National Park Service came
to administer our military parks.
Symbols
of Battle
This exhibit features selected Civil War flags in NPS museum collections.
Flags from Appomatox, Fords Theater, Fort Pulaski, Fort Sumter, Gettysburg,
Kennesaw, Manassas, Richmond and Stones River are on exhibit.
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