The site of North America's greatest battle is a national icon, a byword for the Civil War, and an American cliche. Described as "the most American place in America," Gettysburg is defended against co
The Battle of Gettysburg has become the great "what if" of American history. Gettysburg unfolds an alternate path and creates for General Robert E. Lee the victory he might have won. Full of dramatic
When troops entered Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, the South seemed to be winning the Civil War. But Gettysburg was a turning point. After three bloody days of fighting, the Union finally won the battle. I
"Learn all about Gettysburg National Military Park, from which historic events occurred there to what it is like to visit today."--Provided by publisher.
This title provides a factual and in-depth look at one of the bloodiest battles in American history. Features include a day-by-day breakdown of events, profiles of major figures, and a detailed review
Uses accounts by Union and Confederate soldiers, as well as local civilians, from diaries, letters, books, and newspapers to recreate the Battle of Gettysburg.
In a groundbreaking, comprehensive history of the Army of Northern Virginia's retreat from Gettysburg in July 1863, Kent Masterson Brown draws on previously untapped sources to chronicle the massive e
Relates, through illustrations and short passages, events of the Civil War Battle of Gettysburg and its aftermath as seen through the eyes of soldiers and various civilians.
Located about ninety minutes from three major metro areas--Washington, Baltimore, and Philadelphia--Gettysburg sits in the "fertile crescent," an area brimming with agricultural possibilities. Founded
Jeffry D. Wert re-creates the last day of the bloody Battle of Gettysburg in astonishing detail, taking readers from Meade's council of war to the seven-hour struggle for Culp's Hill -- the most susta
Although Stonewall Jackson was dead, Confederate morale was never higher. The victory at Chancellorsville had come against overwhelming odds, and the Southerners savored the sight of the Union army in
As a young man, John Reynolds fled the rural dead-end of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania for Los Angeles, lured by the promise of a life fueled by the excitement and creativity of show business. But as a 47-
Gettysburg is considered to be the turning point of the Civil War and one of the most epic clashes in history, from the legendary stand of Joshua Chamberlain to the disastrous Pickett's Charge on
From July 1 to 3, 1863, North met South in the battle of Gettysburg in what was to prove one of the key turning points of the Civil War. This epic clash of arms saw nearly 50,000 casualties on both si
Gettysburg, while host to the most devastating war in American history, is a quiet, thriving town nestled in agricultural Adams County. Although the battle put the town on the map, it has been the gen
Over 60 images relating to the battle of Gettysburg are found in this full-color paperback. Part of Applewood's Pictorial America series, the book features images drawn from historical sources and inc
Using a wealth of first-hand accounts, author Bradley M. Gottfried pieces together each brigade’s experience at Gettysburg. Whether stories of forced marches, weary troops, or the bitter and tragic en
Gettysburg College is the oldest Lutheran affiliated college in the United States. At its founding in 1832--a time of social ferment and advancing democracy--college leaders emphasized a liberal arts
Visit Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, showcased by 160 beautiful historic postcards, memorializing important and noteworthy scenes as though browsing a family picture album. The Battle of Gettysburg, fought
Concise introduction to the Gettysburg campaignFacts about all aspects of the battle and its participantsRevised and expanded for the 150th anniversary of the battleJust some of the fascinating topics
Splendidly written and dramatically illustrated, Gettysburg to Vicksburg is a stunning pictorial history of the first five Civil War battlefield parks: Gettysburg, Chickamauga-Chattanooga, Shiloh, Ant
Now in paperback, Gettysburg Replies documents the efforts of former U.S. presidents, judges, historians, filmmakers, poets, actors, and others to craft their own versions of the Gettysburg Address. P
Gettysburg-The Nature of a Battlefield is a wonderful guide to the plants and wildlife of the Gettysburg Battlefield. Author Patricia Rich has spent many years on the Gettysburg Battlefield and has b
For all who have suffered great loss of heart, home, health or family; true home and genuine lasting love can be found.When a horrific battle rips through Gettysburg, the farm of Union widow Liberty
The Gettysburg Address is the most famous speech of U.S. President Abraham Lincoln and one of the most quoted speeches in United States history. It was delivered at the dedication of the Soldiers' Na
Slade and Alexander, both journalists, uncovered a stash of papers in the archives at Gettysburg in 1977, and have used them to produce a compelling collection of personal stories from one of the most
The words of President Abraham Lincoln in the Gettysburg Address are as relevant and meaningful today as they were in 1863. This magnificent book is a stunning exploration of some of the most powerfu
General George Gordon Meade is best known to history as the commander of the victorious Army of the Potomac at Gettysburg, the greatest battle of the Civil War. In his own lifetime meager credit was a
"Four score and seven years ago..." begins Abraham Lincoln's beautiful speech commemorating the three-day battle that turned the tide of the Civil War. The South had been winning up to this point. So
Mary Virginia “Jennie” Wade. Jennie was the only Gettysburg civilian to be killed outright during the battle. In 21st Century wars, civilian deaths are very common, but during the Civil War, citizens
An illustrated celebration of the “Gettysburg Address” from the Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, published to coincide with the 150th anniversary of Lincoln’s assassination.
Two mighty armies blunder toward each other, one led by confident, beloved Robert E. Lee and the other by dour George Meade. They'll meet in a Pennsylvania crossroads town where no one planned to figh
Presents a reimagining of the pivotal Civil War battle from the perspectives of a Blue Ridge Confederate sergeant, a bitter survivor of the Great Famine in Ireland, and a German political refugee.
