Gettysburg National Military Park

Written by Sue Bradford Edwards

Part of the Essential Travel Guides series

Discover the pivotal clash at Gettysburg and its lasting legacy.

112 pages· 1050L

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In July 1863, the small town of Gettysburg became the stage for the Civil War's bloodiest battle. Explore the intense conflict between Union and Confederate forces and its transformation into a national park. Uncover the historical significance and what visitors can experience today at Gettysburg National Military Park. What stories do the grounds hold, and how do they echo through time?

From the publisher

In July 1863, fighting erupted in the town of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. The Union and Confederate armies clashed in what would become the bloodiest battle of the American Civil War: the Battle of Gettysburg. The site later became a national park and cemetery. Gettysburg National Military Park provides historical information about the Battle of Gettysburg and an overview of what visitors can see and experience at the park today. Features include a glossary, a map, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

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