Appomattox Court House National Historical Park

                          Appomattox Railroad Station, converted to Visitor CenterThere is so much local Civil War history in Lynchburg, Virginia but for the history buff, a trip to Appomattox County, Virginia is a must. Appomattox is located approximately 18 miles east of Lynchburg and holds a significant place in American history. It was here that the Civil War came to an end in April, 1865. Appomattox is a small city in a largely rural county.Spend the day at Appomattox Court House... Read Full Story

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