Battle of Appomattox Court House, Battlefield in the United States of America
The Battle of Appomattox Court House was a decisive event at the end of the American Civil War.
On April 9, 1865, General Robert E. Lee surrendered to General Ulysses S. Grant, effectively ending the war.
The event is commemorated as a moment of American unity and a closing chapter in the struggle over slavery.
Visitors can explore the Appomattox Court House National Historical Park to see where history was made.
The battle led to the restoration of the Union and is a pivotal point in U.S. history.
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American Civil War
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37.37778,-78.80278
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June 9, 2025 07:16
