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Gettysburg Blog

The Gettysburg Blog is where you can find a list of what I've been working on lately. This blog will...

  • let you know when any new web pages appear on the Visit Gettysburg website, sharing favorite places and historical facts
  • keep you informed about upcoming events and festivals
  • point out some special past articles that you might have missed.

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The most recent blog entries are listed below...



Mar 8, 2010, Flags of the Civil War

The flags of the Civil War came in a variety of shapes and colors. Gain a basic understanding of the colors and symbols used on both the Civil War Union flag and the Confederate flags.

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Mar 5, 2010, 10 Coolest Facts about Abraham Lincoln

Here's a list of the 10 most interesting facts about Abraham Lincoln. Did you know he used the stovepipe hat that he wore on his head to carry important papers?

lincoln stovepipe hat

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Mar 4, 2010, Little Round Top View of Devils Den

I love waking up and going to Little Round Top. The morning fog is wonderful. I go every year. I love this place in Gettysburg. Related Battlefield Links

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Mar 1, 2010, The Online Gettysburg Events Schedule

Use this Gettysburg events schedule to make sure you don't miss something important on your next visit. My calendar is always up to date!

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Feb 26, 2010, Gettysburg Bus Tours Review

Gettysburg bus tours are great because you don't have to worry about traffic and are free to look all around as you travel over the battlefields. Gettysburg tourism has the best Civil War tours!

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Feb 24, 2010, Civil War Quilts

The history of Civil War quilts is very interesting. Was the log cabin quilt pattern actually used on the Underground Railroad?

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Feb 18, 2010, Civil War Genealogy Research Using Civil War Rosters and Census Records

Picture what happened to your ancestors by researching Civil War genealogy. Connecting to the Battle of Gettysburg personally makes it come alive!

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Feb 15, 2010, Gettysburg Battlefield Tours on the Road

You can do Gettysburg battlefield tours that are self-guided at your own pace or with a licensed guide. Some are part of larger Civil War trails. Travel by car, bike, or motorcycle!

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Feb 12, 2010, Gettysburg Visitor Center

The new Gettysburg visitor center and museum opened in April 2008. It houses the Getttysburg cyclorama.

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Feb 10, 2010, Devils Den in Gettysburg

A hot spot for fighting during the Gettysburg battle on July 2, 1863, Devils Den in Gettysburg is a favorite spot for tourists today. It's a must see visit to imagine some Civil War ghost stories.

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