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Behind the Headstones

Arlington National Cemetery, Part III
2026-12-08 18:30:00 2026-12-08 19:30:00 America/New_York Behind the Headstones Historian Blane Ampthor presents more stories of unsung heroes who displayed remarkable dedication and bravery in the line of duty. These individuals were often pivotal to key events in U.S. history. Cascades Library - Meeting Room A

Tuesday, December 08
6:30pm - 7:30pm

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Cascades Library

Meeting Room A

Historian Blane Ampthor presents more stories of unsung heroes who displayed remarkable dedication and bravery in the line of duty. These individuals were often pivotal to key events in U.S. history.

This program is a collaboration with Loudoun VA250. Learn about the Loudoun VA250 Committee here and the Virginia American Revolution 250 Commission (VA250) here.

View all of our programs celebrating the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution.

Please visit and subscribe to our YouTube Channel – Loudoun County Public Library Online Programs – for more programs.

AGE GROUP: | High School | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Culture/History |

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