Wilmington National Cemetery
Wilmington National Cemetery, Military cemetery in Wilmington, United States.
Wilmington National Cemetery is a military burial ground located in North Carolina that honors service members and their families. The grounds feature rows of uniform white markers arranged across landscaped lawns in a formal, orderly setting.
Founded in 1867, this cemetery received remains relocated from Wilmington City Cemetery and nearby military installations. The consolidation of graves made it a central memorial for those who served from the surrounding region.
The cemetery stands as a memorial ground where visitors pay respects to veterans through ceremonies, particularly during Memorial Day and Veterans Day.
The grounds are open from sunrise to sunset year-round, allowing visitors to pay respects at their own pace. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended as you will navigate through the landscaped terrain.
The grounds contain graves of 28 Puerto Rican laborers who died in 1918 during an influenza outbreak while working on Camp Bragg construction. These burials tell a lesser-known story of civilian losses tied to World War One efforts.
Location: Wilmington
Inception: 1867
GPS coordinates: 34.23778,-77.92583
Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:41
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