About this property
The Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument was the location of the Battle of Mill Springs (also known as Battle of Fishing Creek and as Battle of Logan's Crossroads) in January 1862. It was declared to be a U.S. National Historic Landmark in 1993 and authorized as a national monument in 2019. After acquisition of property by the National Park Service it was established as a unit on September 22, 2020. Several separated areas related to the battle have been listed on the National Register of Historic Places: the Confederate Mass Grave Monument in Somerset, Gen. Felix K. Zollicoffer Monument, West-Metcalfe House, and the Mill Springs National Cemetery.
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Federal Designation
The National Register of Historic Places, administered by the National Park Service, is the United States federal government's official list of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects deemed worthy of preservation for their historical, architectural, archaeological, engineering, or cultural significance. Listing on the National Register recognizes a property's importance to American history but does not place restrictions on private owners; it does, however, make properties eligible for federal historic preservation tax incentives and enables consideration in federal planning decisions. This property is recorded in the National Register under reference number 08001121. It was listed on June 28, 2009.
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Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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Questions about this property
When was Battle of Mill Springs Historic Areas (Boundary Increase) listed on the National Register?
Battle of Mill Springs Historic Areas (Boundary Increase) was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 28, 2009.
What type of historic resource is Battle of Mill Springs Historic Areas (Boundary Increase)?
Battle of Mill Springs Historic Areas (Boundary Increase) is classified as a site in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Battle of Mill Springs Historic Areas (Boundary Increase)?
The period of significance for Battle of Mill Springs Historic Areas (Boundary Increase) is recorded as the civil_war era, specifically around 1862.
Can I research the history near Battle of Mill Springs Historic Areas (Boundary Increase)?
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