Jen Kiggans: “In Virginia alone, this program has helped protect thousands…”

“This legislation ensures that our nation's most hallowed sites are conserved for generations to come, and that we continue telling the full story of our country's founding and the conflicts that shaped it. In Virginia alone, this program has helped protect thousands of acres of battlefield land. These preserve sites are not only vital to honoring our history, they are also powerful engines for education, recreation, and local economies. From an educational standpoint, these battlefields serves as outdoor classrooms.” (01:35–01:41)

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