Virginia Tech War Memorial Chapel

Historical marker location:

Blacksburg, Virginia

( Memorial is at the intersection of Drillfield Drive and Alumni Mall (Virginia Route 314), on the left when traveling north on Drillfield Drive.)

Marker installed: 1961

"That I May Serve".

Virginia played a significant role in the American Civil War. It was the site of many major battles, including the Battle of Bull Run, the Battle of Fredericksburg, and the Battle of Appomattox Court House, where General Robert E. Lee surrendered to General Ulysses S. Grant.