This Alexander Riggs House is the location that John Burns crawled to when he was wounded.
Location history
A full narrative history section
This house no longer exists; however, in October of 2017, this area was excavated to find the foundation of the house that would prove the historical story that John Burns had told several people. For information about the excavation, please CLICK HERE to find out more. There is also a video on the page that explains the legend as well.
This entire area was part of Lee's headquarters. There were also areas where the dead were gathered in preparation for the evacuation of the Confederate Army. Reports of phantom solider have been reported throughout the entire area.
Source: Various
Paranormal claims
Apparitions of soldiers have been seen throughout the areas.
Strange balls of light have been seen and recorded at night.
