gettysburg (pa.), battle of, 1863

The American Civil War was the sternest test yet for the young nation. The Civil War: 1856-1865 recounts the years of the conflict and how it impacted the development of the American nation. It includes the underlying causes, key events, and results of the Civil War, such as the emancipation of the slaves.

Presents a comprehensive examination of those who played a pivotal role on Little Round Top on the afternoon of July 2, 1863 at the Battle of Gettysburg including Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain, Private Billy Jordan from Alabama, Confederate General James Longstreet, Union Colonel Paddy O'Rorke, and others.

Chronicles the experiences of the men who served in the 26th North Carolina Infantry at the battle of Gettysburg.

Explores the stories of ghosts and hauntings found in and around the Gettysburg National Military Park in Pennsylvania.

The Battle of Gettysburg was fought for two dreams-- freedom, and a way of life. Memories, promises, and love were carried into the battle but what fell was shattered futures, forgotten innocence, and crippled beauty. Annotation: The Battle of Gettysburg was fought for two dreams-- freedom, and a way of life. Memories, promises, and love were carried into the battle but what fell was shattered futures, forgotten innocence, and crippled beauty.

"Examines the Battle of Gettysburg, including the events leading to the battle, the important people involved, the aftermath and impact on the Civil War; and President Lincoln's Gettysburg Address"--Provided by publisher.

Provides a narrative history and cartographic display of the Battle of Gettysburg.

Uses analysis by historians and rangers from the National Park Service, quotations from eyewitnesses and reenactors to give a detailed account of four of the Civil War's most pivotal and bloody battles: Gettysburg, Antietam, Shiloh, and Cold Harbor.

Provides background on the Gettysburg National Military Park, featuring an overview of the Civil War, discussing the pivotal battle at Gettysburg,and its subsequent dedication as a cemetery, and including links to Internet sources of additional information.

Examines the characters of the men who served as combat officers for the Union and Confederate forces during the 1863 Gettysburg Campaign of the Civil War, and includes an in-depth account of each man's actions on the field of battle.