Leavenworth National Cemetery
Leavenworth National Cemetery, Military cemetery in Leavenworth, Kansas, United States.
Leavenworth National Cemetery is a military burial ground set on rolling terrain with winding paths and open spaces overlooking the Missouri River valley. The grounds include several elevated vantage points where the river landscape spreads out below.
The cemetery was established in 1886 as part of a facility for disabled military veterans. The land itself has an older story, having previously served as territory of the Delaware Nation.
The land here connects to centuries of Native American presence, shaping how the cemetery sits within the broader landscape. Walking through the grounds, you can sense this deep historical relationship with the place.
The best time to visit is during daylight hours when the sun illuminates the pathways and viewpoints. Comfortable walking shoes are wise since the ground rises and falls throughout the site.
A limestone obelisk stands at the highest point of the grounds, erected in 1919 to honor fallen soldiers. The site is also home to eight Medal of Honor recipients, including five from the Civil War era.
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