For Civil War buffs, popular items include the ostrich-plumed hat of cavalry Gen. J.E.B. Stuart and the tent headquarters of Gen. Robert E. Lee, which displays Lee's table and chair, boots and saddle.

For that matter, with the 150th anniversary of the Civil War and Emancipation approaching, the Library of Virginia, in partnership with the Virginia Sesquicentennial Commission, has launched its ...

The bullet in the soldier’s spine was a Minié ball, a common round of Civil War ammunition. The foot of one amputated leg also contained a Minié ball. Bones in a second severed leg were shattered.

Un/Bound: Free Black Virginians, 1619-1865,” tells stories from a variety of perspectives — personal, community and family.

Archaeologists found 4 Civil War Confederate soldiers' remains in Williamsburg. Believed to have died in 1862, they were reburied this week at a local cemetery.

By Associated Press Jan 21 Documents: Extremist group wanted Virginia gun rights rally to start a ‘civil war’ By Michael Kunzelman, Associated Press ...

Archaeologists in Virginia are trying to identify the remains of four Confederate soldiers who were killed in the Civil War.

Enjoy a touch of history with sunning bay views at this underrated Virginia beach, which sits adjacent to eateries known for ...

WASHINGTON (7News) — From parades to poetry slams, there are countless ways to celebrate Juneteenth! This holiday marks the last order of the Emancipation Proclamation, issued by Major General ...

Erie County native Strong Vincent's heroism on July 2, 1863, at the Battle of Gettysburg is not where he first distinguished ...

Nearly 12,000 American flags create the "Hill of Heroes" at Virginia War Memorial, honoring fallen service members.