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Poplar Grove National Cemetery :-
In July 1862, Congress passed legislation giving the President
of the United States the authority to purchase land for the establishment
of cemeteries "for the soldiers who shall die in the service of their
country." This legislation effectively began the National Cemetery
system.
With more than 6,000 graves, Poplar Grove National Cemetery reflects the
tragedy that befell the United States during the Civil War. Each simple
headstone is a poignant reminder of the human cost of war. In 1933 responsibility
of the cemetery was transferred from the War Department to the National
Park Service (NPS). It is closed for burials but visitors are invited to
walk the grounds, which are open daily.
Directions: Car - The park's visitor center is located
two miles east of I-95 (Wythe Street Exit) on State Highway 36 East and
three miles west of I-295 (Fort Lee Exit). The Five Forks Unit of the
park is in Dinwiddie County. From I-85, take the Dinwiddie Courthouse
exit, follow the signs to Courthouse Road; turn right on Courthouse Road
(State Route 627) and proceed five miles to Five Forks.
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