Alexandria, Virginia. Soldier's Cemetery. (U.S. Civil War) Pint Glass 16oz

Alexandria, Virginia's Soldier's Cemetery is a historical burial ground dedicated to Union soldiers who perished during the American Civil War. The cemetery, established in 1862, contains approximately 3,000 graves, many of which are unidentified due to the chaotic conditions following battles. It serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of the Civil War and is now maintained by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs as a national cemetery. Visitors can find notable figures such as General William Tecumseh Sherman among those interred here. The cemetery is open to the public and offers guided tours, contributing to both education and remembrance of this significant chapter in American history.