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Battlefield | Museum
Great Bridge
The primary approach to Norfolk, Virginia, was over Great Bridge, which spanned the Elizabeth River. On the morning of December 9, 1775, British soldiers attacked Patriot forces near the bridge in an attempt to seize the bridge and run off the rebels.
Know Before You Go
Now preserved by the Great Bridge Battlefield and Waterways History Foundation, the Great Bridge Battlefield can be toured by visitors and features interpretive signage and walking trails.
Operating Hours
Tue - Sat | 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sun | 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Things To Do
The American Battlefield Trust's digital tour of Great Bridge makes experiencing the battlefield easy and fun--and it's free!
