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Perryville Battlefield

Perryville, Kentucky • Boyle County

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About This Property

Source: AI GeneratedNational Historic Landmark

Perryville Battlefield is the site of the bloodiest single day in Kentucky during the Civil War. The rolling hills and fields witnessed a fierce clash between Union and Confederate forces in October 1862. Today, it preserves the landscape where this pivotal battle unfolded.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
Site
Acreage
2500
Listed Date
10/15/1966
Other Names
Not specified

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Military
Periods of Significance
1850 Ad - 1874 Ad
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Level - International
No
Level - National
Yes
Level - State
No
Level - Local
No
Level - Not Indicated
No

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Location

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Location

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