Civil War Genealogy Civil war genealogy is a fascinating part of any family tree. If you suspect that your ancestors fought in the Battle of Gettysburg, it is now easier than ever to do research on people in the Civil War. Connecting to the battle on a personal level will help you to picture the […]
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The Civil War for Kids and Other Fun Experiences for Children in Gettysburg
Civil War for Kids in Gettysburg (and Other Fun Things to Do!) Here’s my list of the best historical sites in Gettysburg about the Civil War for kids. Children can also take a break from living history to enjoy other area amusements. It all adds up to family fun and spending quality time together. Historical […]
Civil War Food Recipes
Civil War Food Recipes Exchange What are your favorite Civil War recipes? You can exchange Civil War food recipes with others right here with this page serving as an online recipe box. Click to jump down and see what other people are making. Try making a recipe and let us know how it tastes! I […]
Civil War Dresses for Victorian Women
Civil War Dresses Despite the famous scene in Gone with the Wind, most Civil War dresses were not made from curtains. It did happen in the South where there were fabric shortages, but most Victorian dresses for daily wear needed to be made of more durable material. We associate Victorian women with hoop skirts, but […]
Solve a Civil War Crossword and Master Civil War Facts
Solve a Civil War Crossword A Civil War crossword is one of the best free Civil War games you can find! This one covers general Civil War facts about the entire historical era, but the most challenging trivia are specific Gettysburg facts. Click here to open the crossword puzzle in a new window. This puzzle […]
Civil War Clothing Photos
Civil War Clothing Photos Here are some examples of modern people in Civil War clothing that were submitted by other visitors. You can also share your own photos. It’s a normal sight around Gettysburg. I love to see the tour guides in Victorian costumes. Some people put a lot of time and research into getting […]