Discovery of Confederate Soldier Skeletons at Colonial Williamsburg
Archaeologists recently discovered four Confederate soldier skeletons from the Battle of Williamsburg in 1862 at Colonial Williamsburg. The remains were found near a Revolutionary War-era gunpowder magazine and were buried in a Christian tradition with their arms crossed.
Key Points
- Skeletons dating back to the Battle of Williamsburg in 1862
- Buried in a Christian tradition
- Found near a Revolutionary War-era gunpowder magazine
Pros
- Sheds light on Civil War history
- Respects the dignity of the deceased soldiers
Cons
- Remains were not buried in their uniforms