1 The two generals met shortly after noon April 9, 1865, at the home of Wilmer McLean in the village ... hastened the conclusion of the Civil War.

Generals Grant and Lee agreed to convene at the home of Wilmer McLean at Appomattox ... conflict ever fought on American soil was coming to an end. The Civil War was entering its fifth year.

This coming Wednesday, April 9, our great Union of states will officially be celebrating the 160th Anniversary of the official End of the Civil War with ... the home of Wilmer McLean in the ...