U.S. Disciplinary Barracks Cemetery

The U.S. Disciplinary Barracks Cemetery is a military burial ground at Fort Leavenworth spanning about 36 acres of maintained grounds. Thousands of graves arranged in ordered rows are marked with white headstones throughout the property.

The cemetery was established in 1884 to serve as a final resting place for Union soldiers, Confederate prisoners of war, and military personnel from later conflicts. The grounds reflect the diverse range of wars and military service throughout American history.

Military funeral ceremonies at the cemetery follow Department of Defense protocols, maintaining traditions that honor the service of fallen military members.

The grounds are open daily from sunrise to sunset, allowing visitors to walk and explore at their own pace. Maps and information are available at the office near the entrance to help you navigate the expansive property.

The grounds hold the remains of twelve Native Americans from the early 1800s, discovered during construction and reinterred together in a single burial place. This quiet resting spot tells a deeper story about the site and those whose lives intersected with military history.

Location: Kansas

Inception: 1884

Website: https://armycemeteries.army.mil/Cemeteries/US-Disciplinary-Barracks-Cemetery

GPS coordinates: 39.37028,-94.92333

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:58