Antietam National Battlefield
The National Park Service site that commemorates where 23,000 soldiers were killed, wounded or missing after 12 hours of savage combat on September 17, 1862. The Battle of Antietam ended the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia's first invasion into the North and led Abraham Lincoln to issue the preliminary Emancipation Proclamation
Hours
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Local Phone: 301-432-5124
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July 05, 2022
N4997BDdebgAmazing History
We had a great guide Matt, who knew his history. There is much to see and understand as the tour winds through the battlefields.
Read MoreJune 30, 2022
anderson213A Truly Important Battlefield
I always wonder why Antietam tends to be forgotten by tourists. It is a remarkable moment in the course of U.S. history. Whether you are a novice or a history buff, I would suggest taking a guided...
Read MoreMay 26, 2022
Jonathan MCome, Contemplate, and Take It With You
While Gettysburg might be more acclaimed, Antietam is a place where the true devastation of the Civil War hits you in the face. When you come face to face with the Sunken Road and Burnside’s Bridge...
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