Siege at Cedar Creek

I received this from Jim Campi at the Civil War Preservation Trust. Please make your voice heard, it’s not over yet!

Fred Ray

As many of you know, the fate of the Cedar Creek Battlefield remains in doubt. In May, the Frederick County Board of Supervisors voted to allow limestone mining on nearly 400 acres of core battlefield land. As a result of this vote, Carmeuse Lime and Stone is poised to begin mining operations that will obliterate this part of the battlefield forever.

Fortunately, there is still time to make your voice heard and let Carmeuse know that this land should be preserved for future generations to visit and enjoy.

Please visit the new Cedar Creek and Belle Grove Coalition website to learn more about this shocking proposal to transform a once tranquil battlefield into a gaping hole in the Earth. The new website includes materials about the mining plan, along with an animated map that demonstrates the devastating impact this proposal will have on the Cedar Creek Battlefield.

Thank you for taking the time to express your concerns about this destructive mining proposal. As always, we appreciate your support for battlefield preservation.

Cordially,

Jim Campi

Visit the Cedar Creek and Belle Grove Coalition website

P.S.: Don’t let anyone tell you this mining proposal is a “done deal.” There is still an opportunity to prevent this travesty if concerned citizens such as yourself are willing to fight for Cedar Creek!