Because of supporters like you, the fight to protect Manassas and The Wilderness Battlefields didn’t end when developers pushed their plans forward to build data centers. Instead, the American Battlefield Trust took the battle to the courts.
Now those legal fights are entering a critical phase.
Developers behind massive projects near these historic landscapes are doing everything they can to wear us down — legally, financially, and strategically. They’re filing counterattacks, proposing legislation, and trying to delay the process.
But the growing public opposition — and the strength of our legal arguments — are putting real pressure on them.
We’re making progress. But the fight is far from over.
That’s why your support is so important right now. Two generous members have pledged to match every gift toward this advocacy work, up to $130,000.
That means your donation today will make twice the impact in helping us to continue defending Manassas and The Wilderness in court.
And if you haven’t already, please add your name to our new petition urging Virginia’s governor to prioritize protecting these irreplaceable historic landscapes.
Here’s how you can stand with us today:
SIGN THE *NEW* PETITION urging the Governor of Virginia to protect our historic battlefields.
DONATE TODAY to fuel our legal fight and advocacy efforts.
Thank you again for protecting the places where history happened.
With determination and gratitude,
David N. Duncan, President
American Battlefield Trust
P.S. Legal fights like these can take time, and our opponents are counting on that. Please help us keep the pressure on while your donation will be matched dollar-for-dollar.