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Danville National Cemetery

Danville, Kentucky • Boyle County

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About This Property

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Danville National Cemetery is a historic national cemetery located in Danville, Kentucky. Established in 1863, it is one of the oldest national cemeteries in the United States and serves as the final resting place for Union soldiers from the Civil War and other conflicts.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
Site
Acreage
0.3
Listed Date
5/29/1998
Other Names
Not specified

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Military
Periods of Significance
1850 Ad - 1949 Ad
National Historic Landmark
No
Level - International
No
Level - National
Yes
Level - State
No
Level - Local
No
Level - Not Indicated
No

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