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    Stones River

    National Battlefield Tennessee

A Hard Earned Victory

The Battle of Stones River began on the last day of 1862 and was one of the bloodiest conflicts of the Civil War. The battle produced important military and political gains for the Union, and it changed forever the people who lived and fought here.

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Features

  • A cub scout and his father place flags at grave sites in Stones River National Cemetery.

    Memorial Day 2013 Events

    Join us as we honor those who gave the last full measure of devotion to our nation.

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  • Flames shooting from a Civil War cannon

    Civil War Sesquicentennial

    Learn more about special programs and events to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Civil War.

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  • Flag flying in Stones River National Cemetery

    Search Stones River National Cemetery

    Search an list of soldiers and civilians buried in Stones River National Cemtery.

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  • Trading Card Collage

    Trading Cards for Kids

    Discover more than 500 stories about America’s journey from the Civil War to Civil Rights. View online or visit this park to collect your own copies.

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  • Image of Junior Civil War Historian patch

    Become a Junior Civil War Historian!

    Become a Junior Ranger at two or three Civil War parks and earn a special patch and the title of Junior Civil War Historian.

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    Follow Stones River

    We use several Social Media sites to reach out to our visitors and continue the conversation.

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Did You Know?

Did You Know?

Nathan Bedford Forrest and his men were defeated by a Union force in a small battle along the Wilkinson Pike. The Battle of the Cedars was fought on December 7, 1864.