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Civil War Trails: 12 Sites That Tell the Story of a Divided America

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11. Andersonville National Historic Site (Georgia)

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Andersonville National Historic Site tells the sobering story of the infamous Confederate prisoner-of-war camp, where thousands of Union soldiers perished from disease, starvation, and exposure. The National Prisoner of War Museum offers powerful exhibits that honor all American POWs, past and present. Poignant memorials scattered across the site invite reflection on the immense suffering and enduring strength of those held captive, making Andersonville a deeply moving stop along the Civil War Trails.

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