Fort Smith National Cemetery, National military cemetery in Fort Smith, Arkansas
The cemetery spans 32 acres of land with uniform white headstones arranged in precise rows across maintained grass grounds and tree-lined paths.
The cemetery originated in 1817 with the construction of a military stockade fort by General William Bradford and his troops at the frontier settlement.
Many private monuments face west while government headstones face east, reflecting a combination of local religious traditions and military customs.
The cemetery gates remain open to visitors from 7:30 AM until sunset daily, with administrative offices operating weekdays from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Judge Isaac Parker, who presided over 13,000 cases and sentenced 79 people to death in the Western District of Arkansas, rests within these grounds.
Location: Fort Smith
Address: 522 Garland Avenue 72901
Phone: +14797835345
Website: https://cem.va.gov/cems/nchp/ftsmith.asp
GPS coordinates: 35.38306,-94.42861
Latest update: March 3, 2025 16:39
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