Battle Maps: America’s Wars

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From the opening shots of the American Revolution at Lexington and Concord to Lee’s surrender at Appomattox Court House, American Battlefield Trust Battle Maps lets you explore the major events and conflicts that shaped the first century of the United States. Drawing on the Trust’s extensive collection of one-of-a-kind maps, Battle Maps allows you to examine these pivotal moments in remarkable detail — whether from the comfort of your home or while standing on the very ground where history was made. Features include: - See where you stand: View your real-time location directly on historic battle maps to understand your position amid the action. - Follow the fighting: Trace battles and troop movements from more than 100 locations. - Log your visits: Check in at battlefields and keep track of the places where history was made. - Study the details: Explore hundreds of detailed battle maps to see how events unfolded. - Find nearby history: Discover Revolutionary War, War of 1812, and Civil War battlefields near you. Battle Maps provides easy access to historical context, battle summaries, downloadable maps, and other tools to help you explore the rich and complex history of the Revolutionary War, the War of 1812, and the Civil War.