Gettysburg: Urban Combat
Many who visit the Battle of Gettysburg sites don't realize that when you are standing in the town, you are actually standing on the battlefield.
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Assateague Island
Maryland
Virginia
Assateague Island - The Land of Horses
Discover one of the few places in America where horses roam free. Assateague Island is a barrier island between Maryland and Virginia.
Jose Molina
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Assateague Island
Maryland
Virginia
Assateague Island - The Land of Horses
Discover one of the few places in America where horses roam free. Assateague Island is a barrier island between Maryland and Virginia.
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Watkins Glen State Park
New York
Discover the Beauty of Watkins Glen State Park
Experience one of the most visited parks in the Finger Lake region of New York State.
Jose Molina
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Watkins Glen State Park
New York
Discover the Beauty of Watkins Glen State Park
Experience one of the most visited parks in the Finger Lake region of New York State.
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Women's Rights NHP
New York
Tour of Women's Rights National Historical Park
From the Statues, to the Church, and Museum, take a tour and learn about the history of Women's Rights in Seneca Falls.
Jose Molina
42°54'37.14"N, 76°47'47.43"W
Women's Rights NHP
New York
Tour of Women's Rights National Historical Park
From the Statues, to the Church, and Museum, take a tour and learn about the history of Women's Rights in Seneca Falls.
Explore Historical Parks
- Guam
War in the Pacific NHP
The War in the Pacific National Historical Park commemorates the events of the Pacific Theater of World War II. The park was established in 1980 and covers over 75,000 acres of land, making it one of the largest national parks in the United States. The park includes three major sites: Pearl Harbor, the Battle of Midway and the island of Saipan. Each site has its own unique history and significance. Pearl Harbor is home to the USS Arizona Memorial, which honors the more than 2,000 individuals who lost their lives during the attack on Pearl Harbor. The Battle of Midway was a turning point in the war in the Pacific, and the island of Saipan was the site of one of the bloodiest battles in American history. Together, these three sites offer visitors a glimpse into the sacrifices made during one of the most important conflicts in American history.
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- Washington, DC
World War II Memorial
The World War II Memorial honors the 16 million people who served in the American armed forces during World War II. It consists of 56 pillars, representing the states and territories of the United States at the time of World War II, as well as a pair of small triumphal arches for the Atlantic and Pacific theaters. The memorial surrounds an oval plaza and fountain, and replaces the former site of the Rainbow Pool at the eastern end of the Reflecting Pool, between the Lincoln Memorial and the Washington Monument.
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- Virginia
Petersburg
The Siege of Petersburg lasted for nine and a half months, making it the longest continuous military campaign of the Civil War. The siege resulted in over 70,000 casualties, and the suffering of civilians caught in the middle of the fighting was immense. Thousands of soldiers from regiments of the U. S. Colored Troops fought bravely, and the defeat of Gen. Robert E. Lee's Army of Northern Virginia was apparent by the end of the siege. On April 3, 1865, Gen. Ulysses S. Grant cut off all of Petersburg's supply lines, ensuring the fall of Richmond. Six days later, Lee surrendered. The Siege of Petersburg was a turning point in the Civil War, and it is now a national battlefield where visitors can learn about this significant event in American history.
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- Texas
Amistad
Amistad National Recreation Area is a federally protected recreation area located in southwest Texas. The centerpiece of the park is Amistad Reservoir, which was created by the construction of Amistad Dam in 1969. The reservoir is situated at the confluence of the Rio Grande, the Devils River and the Pecos River, and it provides a variety of recreational opportunities for visitors, including fishing, boating, and swimming. In addition to the reservoir, the park also includes several hiking trails, camping sites and picnicking areas. Amistad National Recreation Area is a popular destination for both locals and tourists, and it receives more than 1 million visitors each year.
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- Arkansas
Buffalo National River
Winding through the Ozark Mountains for 151 miles, the Buffalo National River became the first national river in the US in 1972. The National River designation protects natural rivers from industrial or other uses that change the natural character of the river. The river flows from west to east and passes through many different types of landscapes including hardwood and hemlock-lined gorges, towering bluffs, open pastureland and fertile farmland. Despite its location in a largely rural area, the river has come under increasing pressure from human activity in recent years, including pollution from farming and livestock operations, and efforts are underway to promote conservation practices that will protect this important resource. It's a haven for wildlife, including bald eagles, elk, and various fish species. Visitors can explore the rich cultural history of the Ozark region while immersing themselves in the natural beauty of this unique waterway.
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- California
Sequoia and Kings Canyon
The Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks is the consolidated management structure for Sequoia National Park and Kings Canyon National Park in California. The two parks have been jointly administered since 1943. They have a combined size of 1,353 square miles and were designated the UNESCO Sequoia-Kings Canyon Biosphere Reserve in 1976. Huge mountains, rugged foothills, deep canyons, vast caverns, and the world’s largest trees exemplify the diversity of landscapes, life, and beauty here.
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