The Trail of the Fallen in New York's Hudson Valley The winding trails and scenic vistas of New York's Hudson Valley have long been a source of pride for residents and visitors alike.
But beneath this picturesque surface lies a more somber truth – one that speaks to the enduring costs of war and the nation's often taciturn relationship with its own history.
Just south of West Point Military Academy, where generations of cadets have prepared to serve their country, lies a trail honoring America's fallen patriots.