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Place is one of the most important factors of the visitor experience at Stones River National Battlefield. The landscape and monuments are the physical reminders of the site's history. They bring the written accounts of soldiers and citizens to life. Explore these places to learn more about the battle and its impact.
Stones River National Cemetery
Learn about the creation of Stones River National Cemetery and search our list of interments. 
Slaughter Pen
Union soldiers fiercely defended their position here. Confederates launched attack after failed attack, causing heavy losses to both sides. 
The Cemetery Community
Veterans and formerly enslaved people built a vibrant settlement known as Cemetery, this community provided opportunities for a better life. 
The Cotton Field
Explore the fields where the the desperate and deadly struggle for the Nashville Pike raged on the afternoon of December 31, 1862. 
Fortress Rosecrans
Shortly after the Battle of Stones River, the men of the Army of the Cumberland began building a massive fortification, Fortress Rosecrans. 
McFadden Farm
Experience the bloody end to the Battle of Stones River that took place along the banks of the river at this peaceful farm. 
Hazen Brigade Monument
Col. William B. Hazen's Brigade stood its ground against four Confederate attacks helping to secure victory along the Nashville Pike. 
Nearby Attractions
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Last updated: April 22, 2025