Civil War Battlefields and Preservation

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Why were Civil War battles not only fought in national parks?

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For strategic advantages

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What was a primary goal in Civil War battles?

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To capture strategic positions

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Why did veterans return to battlefields after the Civil War?

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To commemorate and reflect

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What role did veterans play in battlefield preservation?

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They erected monuments and held reunions.

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What marked the beginning of the modern battlefield preservation movement?

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The Civil War Centennial

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How much land has the Civil War Trust preserved in recent years?

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About 40,000 acres

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What is the most primary source for understanding a battle according to the video?

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Battlefield itself

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How do people engage with battlefields today?

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By building new monuments, Through bird watching and enjoying nature, By participating in reenactments.