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Civil War Defenses of WashingtonSummer concert at Fort Dupont Park.
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Civil War Defenses of Washington
Operating Hours & Seasons
The National Park Service Civil War Defenses of Washington sites are open every day except January 1, Thanksgiving, and December 25. The hours of operation are from dawn to dusk. Please contact each park for more information.
Battleground National Cemetery  

Did You Know?
Battleground National Cemetery is aptly named. The cemetery grounds were part of the battlefield when Confederate troops under the command of Gen. Jubal Early attacked Washington, D.C. on July 11 – 12, 1864.

Last Updated: May 02, 2007 at 11:06 EST