My visit to Gettysburg this past weekend was a wonderful experience in so many ways. As I walked through the Gettysburg National History Park on the Fourth of July, I couldn’t help but reflect on the historical significance of the moment.The Battle of Gettysburg took place during the first four days of July 1863 and was the turning point of the Civil War. When the Union was victorious, it ended Robert E. Lee’s second invasion of the North and marked the beginning of the end for the Confederacy.
On November 19th, 1863 Abraham Lincoln gave one of the greatest speeches of all time at Gettysburg, when in two minutes he artfully re-defined the purpose of the Union in fighting the Civil War.I hope you enjoy these photos which I took of the battlefield at Gettysburg.
2 comments:
We have the same appreciation and passion for our country's historical roots and milestones. I record the Civil War Journal on the History Channel, a series produced in the 90s but still potent in it's portrayal of the times. Thanks for your wonderful artwork.
Steve from Village Fantasies
Hi Thom,
Love the photos, and am a fellow appreciater of our country's vividly historical times and milestones such as Gettysburg. I just found your blog and love it.
Steve from Village Fantasies
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