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Civil War

Kentucky’s role in the United States Civil War was as important to the Union as it was to the Confederacy in determining the war’s outcome.

In addition to moral, strategic and political considerations, the Civil War truly divided families in Kentucky and so had a tremendous effect on its people. Kentucky offers visitors a significant and unique view on the War Between the States. Visit the links below for more information about Kentucky and the Civil War, and related destinations.

Related Links

• Kentucky’s Role in the Civil War
• Kentucky Heritage Council – Civil War Preservation Program
• Map of Kentucky Battlefields – NPS, American Battlefield Protection Program
• Central Kentucky Civil War Heritage Trail
• Kentucky Military History Museum
• Bardstown Civil War Museum
• Battle of Munfordville
• Battle of Tebbs Bend
• Camp Nelson Restoration and Preservation Foundation
• Middle Creek National Battlefield
• Mill Springs Battlefield Association
• Perryville Enhancement Project

Cultural Heritage

• Abraham Lincoln
• African American Heritage
• Arts
• Civil War
• Discover Appalachia
• Lewis & Clark Expedition

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