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Gravestone Stories is recognized by Visit Alexandria as an official America 250 historical resource, connecting visitors to Alexandria's Revolutionary foundations.
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This Week in Alexandria History
Week of July 28 • 2 stories available
July 27, 1953 (73 years ago)
Korean War Armistice Signed
The armistice ending active combat in the Korean War was signed on July 27, 1953, halting a brutal three-year conflict that claimed over 3 million lives—including 33,000 American soldiers. Though it brought a ceasefire to the Korean peninsula, the war itself technically remains unresolved to this day. While we honor the service and sacrifice of ...
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Wilmer Mclean: from Bull Run to Appomattox – a Story of War, Surrender, and Loss
Portrait of Wilmer McLean. Image sourced from the Public Domain. Wilmer McLean: Introduction The life and homes of Wilmer McLean are deeply intertwined with the American Civil War's pivotal moments.…
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Spotlight Story
Posted: July 21, 2026
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ON THIS DAY — July 21, 1861: The shot that started "The Great Skedaddle" was fired by an Alexandrian. One hundred sixty-five years ago today, the...
Last updated: Jul 27, 10:00 PM EDT