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Welcome to the Bennett Place Chapter of
the UDC.
The chapter was organized on December 4, 1956.
There were 27 charter members of the chapter.
It was named in honor of The Bennett Farm where
General Joseph E. Johnston surrendered to General W.T. Sherman on April 26, 1865 during the War Between the States.
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Bennett Place State Historic Site
April 17-18, 2010 Saturday-Sunday
145th Anniversary Surrender Commemoration
This commemorative event marks the largest surrender of the American Civil War, which helped reunify the United States.
Visit Bennett Place where the generals convened to sign papers, which made them prominent figures in history. Living
History programs and lectures will be held throughout the weekend. Event is 10am-4pm, Saturday and 10am-3pm, Sunday.
Admission is FREE and donations graciously accepted. For more information, call 919-383-4345.
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The Bennett Place State Historic Site Durham, NC
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A close up view of the Main House.
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For more information:
confederateone@mindspring.com
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