Fort Pillow Historic Park Study Bill

Official: Fort Pillow National Battlefield Park Study Act

IntroducedFebruary 4, 2025

Why This Matters

This bill aims to conduct a study on Fort Pillow Historic State Park to see if it should be recognized as a National Historic Park. This is important because of the park's significant role in American Civil War history and its impact on African American soldiers.

If you care about preserving important historical sites, this study could lead to greater recognition for Fort Pillow.

Affects: Visitors to Fort Pillow Historic State Park and those interested in Civil War history.

What changes is this bill making?

1. This bill requires a special study of Fort Pillow Historic State Park in Tennessee. 2. The study will evaluate the park's national significance and historical importance. 3. It will also assess whether the park should be designated as a National Historic Park. 4. Fort Pillow is known for its Civil War history and the massacre that occurred there. 5. The findings will help determine the future status of the park.

Who is affected?

Visitors to Fort Pillow Historic State Park and those interested in Civil War history.