Boasting balmy beaches, a clutch of cultural sights and but a cast away from prize-winning lunkers, fishing mecca, bustling port and resort destination, Gulfport, draws a steady crowd.
In July 1862, Congress passed legislation giving the President of the United States the authority to purchase land for the establishment of cemeteries for the soldiers who shall die in the service of their country. This legislation effectively began the National Cemetery system.Shiloh National Cemetery was established in 1866 and has more than 3,500 Union graves. In 1933 responsibility of the cemetery was transferred from the War Department to the National Park Service.
Map + Directions
Basic Directions
Plane - The park is 110 miles from the Memphis airport and 150 miles from the Nashville airport.
Car - Access by state roads with personal vehicles. Traveling along I-40, exit at Lexington TN, take Highway 22 South. Ttraveling from Memphis TN, take Highway 57 East, Highway 22 North.
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