Chestnut Street Cemetery

Camp Milton Historic Preserve, located on the western edge of Jacksonville, Florida, is a significant site from the Civil War, showcasing the remains of a crucial Confederate fortification built in 1864. The preserve highlights the strategic importance of the area during the war, particularly the first combat of black Union soldiers in Florida and the extensive earthen defenses constructed under General P.G.T. Beauregard.

Despite the challenges posed by time and urban development, preservation efforts have succeeded in maintaining a small section of the original fortifications, allowing visitors to explore this pivotal location in American history. The site serves as a testament to the engineering prowess of the time and the enduring legacy of the Civil War in Florida.

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