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Both Union and Confederate forces considered Kentucky crucial to success. Lincoln reputed to have said that he hoped to have God on his side, but that he must have Kentucky.
In Kentucky, more than any other state, the Civil War was truly a war of brother against brother.
Come with us to examine the sites that determined the outcome of the struggle to win Kentucky. Then you will be prepared to make your own journey - from the high ridges and mountain passes of Cumberland Gap to the "Gibralter of the West" at Columbus.
We will provide maps to help you get there and information to spark your interest.
Click an area of the map above to start your journey to over 100 Civil War sites including descriptions, photos and maps. Every monument within the state of Kentucky is also identified.
While exploring Kentucky's Civil War sites, please remember the importance of preserving and protecting these sites for future generations. The task of protecting America's heritage belongs to everyone!
Check out this website for Civil War monuments throughout Kentucky, click here.
Click here about the Kentucky Monument in Vicksburg.
The information on this site was awarded 4-1/2 Stars for Excellency by the Civil War Interactive Website
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