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Hallowed Ground
Hallowed Ground: A Walk at Gettysburg | James McPherson
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Enjoy this fully illustrated edition of Hallowed Ground by James M. McPherson, one of today's greatest Civil War historians. James M. McPherson, the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Battle Cry of Freedom, and arguably the finest Civil War historian in the world, walks readers through the Gettysburg battlefield-the site of the most consequential battle of the Civil War. McPherson makes stops at Seminary Ridge, the Peach Orchard, Cemetery Hill, and Little Round Top, as well as other key locations. He reflects on the meaning of the battle, colorfully describes the events of those terrible three days in July 1863, and places the battle and war in the greater context of American and world history. Along the way, he provides stories of his own encounters with the place and debunks several popular myths. This is the first illustrated version of this groundbreaking and important book and includes vintage photographs, memorabilia, and maps, as well as full-color photography of the battlefields and historical landmarks as they stand today. Sidebars written by contemporary soldiers, statesmen, and women of the day, as well as pieces by some of today's best-known historians and writers, add context to this engaging and popular book.
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Susanita
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When you drag your ash halfway across the battlefield and back, you can earn a minions badge.

wanderinglynn Way to go! 🙌🏻 3y
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JoeStalksBeck
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#hallowreads #hallowedground took a note from @JaclynW ❤️

JaclynW Wow! Beautiful picture! Where is this? (And thanks! 😊) 7y
JoeStalksBeck @JaclynW thanks!! At a cemetery in WV 7y
LibrarianRyan 👍🏻🤓👻 7y
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JoeStalksBeck @LibrarianRyan ❤️❤️❤️ 7y
Cortg Gorgeous! 7y
JoeStalksBeck @Cortg thanks!❤️❤️❤️ 7y
kspenmoll Beautiful! 7y
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Librarybelle
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When I think of #hallowedgrounds , I immediately think of Gettysburg, such a pivotal battle during the US Civil War. I'm surrounded by its history on a daily basis, & there is such a sacredness to the area that sometimes it takes my breath away. The entire town is the battlefield, with battle lines spreading out in every direction. McPherson is such a good historian & reflects on Gettysburg & its impact. Perfect for my history heart. #hallowreads

ValerieAndBooks I want to go back and visit again. The one time we went, the cyclotron was closed for extensive repairs. Maybe next summer. 7y
Librarybelle @ValerieAndBooks Things have changed so much the last few years! The cyclorama building is down, with the artwork moved to a new location. Where the visitor center used to be is now a field. Hope you can visit soon! 7y
ValerieAndBooks Really?! We lived in PA from 2006-2008 and that‘s when we were there. Moved back here 3 years ago and definitely have to go again soon! 7y
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Librarybelle @ValerieAndBooks Yes! It's really been the last five years that so many changes have happened. There are more changes happening, if rumors in town are correct... 7y
ValerieAndBooks Interesting! Hopefully the changes are not for the worse. 7y
Kimberlone Best history of the Civil War is his book 7y
LeahBergen I bought this book because I've been wanting to visit Gettysburg for years. It's still TBR and waiting for me to make the trip! 7y
Librarybelle @ValerieAndBooks The idea is to make things look more like 1863, which could be a good or a bad thing. 7y
Librarybelle @Kimberlone That was a good one! 7y
Librarybelle @LeahBergen Hope you get to visit soon! 7y
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