The largest mass grave in the Western Hemisphere
8/22/2024
By many accounts, the American Civil War, which was fought between 1861 and 1865, was the bloodiest ...
Confederate Mound
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1035 E 67th St
Chicago, IL 60637
Confederate Mound, located in Chicago, IL, is a national cemetery administered by the VA National Cemetery Administration. It serves as a memorial to the Confederate dead and has been dedicated to honoring America's Veterans, Service Members, and Families for over 50 years. The cemetery offers a digital platform called Veterans Legacy Memorial (VLM), where visitors can post tributes, share military service timelines, and upload historical documents to commemorate the memory of nearly 10 million Veterans.
Surrounded by the serene grounds of Oak Woods Cemetery, Confederate Mound provides a place of remembrance and reflection. Open daily from sunrise to sunset, the cemetery is a solemn tribute to those who have served in the armed forces. While the soldiers' lot is closed to interments, visitors can explore the historical significance of the site and pay their respects to the Confederate soldiers who are memorialized there.
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