It's no secret Fayetteville's ties to the military run deep, from our role in the American Revolution to our designation today as America's First Military Sanctuary Community. Explore Cumberland County's rich military heritage as you visit more than 40 military-related sites and monuments honoring the brave men and women who have fought for our nation's freedom.
HISTORY FOR OVER 200 YEARS
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Hit the trail – the Patriots Past and Present Cultural Heritage Trail, that is – to sites chronicling events and patriots from the Revolutionary War, Civil War and modern-day eras. www.VisitFayettevilleNC.com/CulturalHeritageTrails
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Relive modern military history at the Smithsonian-quality Airborne & Special Operations Museum (ASOM), offering a comprehensive story of the U.S. Army airborne from Test Platoon to present day through artifacts, life-size dioramas, audio and visual displays and motion simulator. www.ASOMF.org
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Just across the parking lot of the ASOM, pause and reflect at t the recently completed NC Veterans Park, a tribute to North Carolina veterans from all branches of service and all wars. www.NCVeteransPark.org
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In 1789, NC delegates ratified the US Constitution in Fayetteville. Today, the community is proud that those who defend the Constitution call Fayetteville home.
For more information, visit www.VisitFayettevilleNC.com 2 UCW FEBRUARY 8-14, 2012 WWW.UPANDCOMINGWEEKLY.COM
