The surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia took place at:
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Correct answer: Appomattox Court House
Robert E. Lee surrendered to Ulysses S. Grant on April 9, 1865, effectively ending the war in the Eastern theater. Grant offered generous terms, allowing soldiers to go home with their horses to assist with spring planting.
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