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Cape Henry Memorial Part of Colonial National Historical Park

National Park Site · 📍 Cape Henry Memorial Part of Colonial National Historical ParkUS National Parks · Part of Colonial National Historical Park · Fort Story, VA

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English colonists first landed here in April 1607, erected a wooden cross and gave thanks for a successful crossing to a new land. In 1781, Americans could watch from these same sand dunes the largest naval battle of the Revolutionary War. Our French Allies defeated a British fleet just off this shore to set the stage for General George Washington's victory at Yorktown.

Cape Henry Memorial Part of Colonial National Historical Park

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  • Guided Tours
  • Self-Guided Tours - Walking

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