The Battle of Gettysburg

Concise introduction to the Gettysburg campaign Facts about all aspects of the battle and its participants Revised and expanded for the 150th anniversary of the battleJust some of the fascinating topics covered: What led to the battle and why it was fought at Gettysburg Who led the troops on both sides of the field What average soldiers experienced in their own words Heroic actions and calamitous mistakes in judgment What weapons were used and how effective they were What happened to local civilians during and after the fight