Hot Springs National Cemetery, Military cemetery in Hot Springs, South Dakota.
Hot Springs National Cemetery is a burial ground for military personnel located on the northeast edge of Hot Springs, with hundreds of white headstones arranged in organized rows across the grounds. The site features open landscaping with the Battle Mountain Monument as its most visible landmark.
The cemetery was established in 1902 to provide burial space for veterans who received treatment at a nearby medical facility in the area. Its creation reflected the community's commitment to honoring those who served and had returned for care.
Lieutenant Charles L. Russell (1844–1910), who received the Medal of Honor for his actions at the Battle of Spotsylvania Court House during the Civil War, is buried here, and his grave is the one visitors most often seek out. The cemetery was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1974.
The cemetery is accessible from sunrise to sunset each day, with administrative offices available during standard business hours on weekdays. The organized layout with clear pathways makes it easy to navigate the grounds respectfully.
The cemetery holds the graves of veterans who served across different military conflicts, with their names and service records inscribed on headstones that visitors can explore. Each stone represents a distinct life and journey in military service.
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