Shiloh National Military Park, National military park in Shiloh, Tennessee, United States
Shiloh National Military Park is a battlefield site covering 4,000 acres with rolling terrain, meadows, and wooded sections throughout. Monuments and markers dot the landscape, showing where different military units were positioned during the battle.
The Battle of Shiloh occurred in April 1862 and was among the first major engagements of the Civil War. The scale of destruction stunned both sides and made clear that the conflict would be far longer than either expected.
The park's name comes from a Hebrew word meaning peace, referencing the Shiloh Indians who lived in the area. Walking through the grounds, you encounter layers of history layered atop each other across centuries.
You can explore the grounds by car or on foot, with pathways leading to different historical sites throughout the park. A visitor center provides information and helps explain what happened at various locations.
The cemetery within the park was established after local farmers reported a disturbing problem with pigs. This incident prompted the careful collection and proper burial of remains from across the battlefield.
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