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This Week in Alexandria History
Week of April 9 • 6 stories available
April 19, 1929 (97 years ago)
Tomb of the Unknown Revolutionary Soldier Dedicated in Alexandria
In 1929, the National Society of the Children of the American Revolution erected the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the American Revolution within the 18th-century burial ground of the Old Presbyterian Meeting House. The tomb honors an unidentified patriot whose remains were unearthed nearby in 1826 during the construction of St. Mary’s Catholic Church—now ...
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Lewis McKenzie (1810-1895): A Civic Figure of Remarkable Influence
Early Life and Business Success Lewis McKenzie, born on October 7, 1810, left an indelible mark on the history of Alexandria, Virginia, through his multifaceted contributions as a businessman, politician,…
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Posted: March 19, 2026
Alexandria Revolutionary War Patriots | 162 Buried
162 Revolutionary War patriots are buried in Alexandria, Virginia. These aren't estimates. Every name has been verified by service record, burial...
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