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Come Home Dad by Meghan G It’s been a year, And I am still full with fear,Since I have seen him,Only praying for God’s protection life and limb, Helping ma in the field, over the hills, long endless nightsTrying to keep my sibling’s hopeful,And keeping them from frost bite, It’s hard to raise money and […]

Fields Of Red by Richard Somes (Cheyenne, Wyoming) It had been the rule, it seemed like law – since man’s time here on earth. Man would enslave man; they say it centered on some men’s worth.The world had always taken slaves; twas the natural law you see.Slavery was the rule – it would be for […]

Flags of the Civil War The various flags of the Civil War played an important role. A color guard marched into every battle and accompanied generals as they rode on horseback. Battlefield communication was by a horseback rider messenger, and in the smoky hazy of gunpowder, Civil War flags helped the messengers and troops see […]

Free Civil War Games Are you looking for free Civil War games online? I was, too, and I had trouble finding them. That’s why I’’ve created this page. I will share the Civil War computer games that I find and other games that could relate to the timeperiod. Do you know of any great games […]

Fried Squash by Amy, author of the Visit Gettysburg website (Maryland) This fried squash recipe is a summertime treat for us! We use fresh squash from our garden. It’s been a family tradition since long before me. Ingredients:1 eggbreadcrumbs or flour, seasoned to tastesummer squash, such as white patty pan or zucchini Instructions:Preheat a well-oiled […]

General Pickett’s Buffet by Tom Name: General Pickett’s Buffet Location: 571 Steinwehr Ave., Gettysburg PA 17325Ordered: Buffet Atmosphere: (no comment) Food Quality: Excellent Service: Excellent Value: You can’t beat the value anywhere in Gettysburg. Thanks, Tom, but now I’m curious: What was on the buffet? Does anyone know? Feel free to add your comments below. […]