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HB 1602 Virginia War of 1812 Heritage Trail; established.

Introduced by: Christopher K. Peace | all patrons    ...    notes | add to my profiles | history

SUMMARY AS PASSED:

Virginia War of 1812 Heritage Trail. Creates The Virginia War of 1812 Heritage Trail as a part of the national observance of the bicentennial of the War of 1812.

SUMMARY AS INTRODUCED:

Virginia War of 1812 Heritage Trail. Creates The Virginia War of 1812 Heritage Trail as a part of the national bicentennial of the War of 1812, "the Second War of Independence," to educate citizens concerning the significance of the war, Virginia's role in its successful outcome, the contributions of valiant Virginia historical and political leaders, and to commemorate the birth of "The "Star-Spangled Banner." The trail encompasses existing and new War of 1812-related historic markers, battles and water routes, contributions of African Americans, the role of Native Americans, cemeteries in which Virginia veterans of the war are interred, Tangier Island, the Sack of Hampton, the capture of Alexandria, the Virginia Militia, the hiding of the Declaration of Independence, and other sites and events related to the War of 1812 throughout the State. This bill is a recommendation of the Virginia Commission on the Bicentennial of the War of 1812.