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The surrender terms were generous. The average private Confederate soldier turned in his rifle and accroutements, signed a parole paper, was issued 3 days worth of rations (food) and told to return home. Officers were allowed to keep their horses and sidearms. They too were allowed to return home.
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Where is the Appomattox Co Historical Museum in Appomattox Virginia located?
The address of the Appomattox Co Historical Museum is: 337 Court St, Appomattox, VA 24522
When was A Stillness at Appomattox created?
A Stillness at Appomattox was created in 1953.
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Did the Confederate soldiers get to go home after the war?
Yes. General Grant signed the treaty in the Appomattox Court House with Robert E. Lee that the fighting would stop and the soldiers would get to go home, and get all their possessions back. Obviously, they didn't have slaves anymore.
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