Petersburg National Battlefield is a 9,300-acre national landmark synonymous with the end of the American Civil War. From June 1864 until April 1865, Union forces laid siege to Petersburg, an ...

An annual event highlighting civic history returns to Van Raalte Farm Park in September. The 16th Annual Van Raalte Farm Civil War Muster runs Sept. 20-21 at 1076 E. 16th St. in Holland, with hours ...

“We the People: Celebrating 250 Years” is a year-long look at what has shaped America and Virginia. Through July 4, 2026, 12 On Your Side is showcasing these moments in “On This Day” features and ...

Petersburg National Battlefield is located in South-central Virginia. The park offers driving tours of the siege and battlefield locations along with guided tours, a junior ranger program, and ...

El Dorado Hills, Ca.: Savas Beatie, 2025. Pp. xxiv, 167. Illus., maps, appends., e-notes, biblio. $16.95 paper. ISBN:1611217210 A Missed Opportunity for the Union In ...

PETERSBURG, Va. (WRIC) — A national campaign is underway to permanently protect one of the Civil War’s most pivotal battlefields — the site of the Union army’s final charge that helped end the war.

PETERSBURG, Va. (WRIC) — Virginians traveled back in time this weekend with a special event ahead of America’s 250th anniversary. The Battersea Foundation held its annual re-enactment of a scene from ...