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Suggested Itinerary The Power of Noble Deeds: A Civil War Tour

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    Prince William County Office of Tourism
    14420 Bristow Road
    Bristow, VA 20112
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    Bristow
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    Prince William
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Prince William is where America’s story unfolded more than 150 years ago. Now, experience it for yourself by visiting some of the 20-plus Civil War sites that preserve our nation’s past and bring history to life.

Day One: Explore Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre, which became the county seat in 1822. Participate in a mock trial in the historic courthouse and learn about 19th-century government, laws and practices. After the trial, walk through the allegedly haunted jail and see the burn marks on the wood where one inmate tried to set a fire to escape. After, follow in the footsteps of Gen. Robert E. Lee’s last offensive campaign of the Civil War at Bristoe Station Battlefield Heritage Park. Watch living history demonstrations and explore the land that endured significant military activity during the Civil War. 

Day Two: Connect with some of America’s first soldiers at Manassas National Battlefield Park. Stand in the footsteps of “Stonewall” Jackson, take a tour with a guide in period attire and enjoy a picnic lunch on the rolling countryside. Continue your journey through the Civil War with a visit to Ben Lomond Historic Site. A plantation turned Civil War hospital, visitors can now read the graffiti soldiers left behind, handle the tools doctors once used and explore one of the only public slave quarters remaining in Northern Virginia.

 

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Last Updated: 11/28/2018

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