In the spirit of freedom

Over 200,000 African-American soldiers and sailors served in the U.S. Army and Navy during the Civil War. Their service helped to end the war and free over four million slaves. The African American Civil War Memorial honors their service and sacrifice.

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African American Civil War Memorial

Memorial sculpture and wall of servicemen names

Last updated: August 7, 2019

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1100 Ohio Drive SW
Washington, DC 20242

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202 426-6841

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