Gettysburg S Unknown Soldier

Author : Mark H. Dunkelman
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 1999-04-30
Category : History
ISBN : 9780313003806

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Gettysburg's Unknown Soldier by Mark H. Dunkelman Pdf

He was found dead on the battlefield at Gettysburg, an unknown soldier with nothing to identify him but an ambrotype of his three children, clutched in his fingers. With the photograph as the single, sad clue to his identity, a publicity campaign to locate his family swept the North. Within a month, the bereaved widow and children were located in Portville, New York, and the devoted father was revealed to be Sergeant Amos Humiston of the 154th New York Volunteers. Using many previously untapped sources, this book tells the tale of 19th-century war, sentiment, and popular culture in greater detail than ever before. The Humiston story touched deep emotions in Civil War America, and inspired a flood of heartfelt prose, poetry, and song. Amid a vast outpouring of public sympathy, a charitable drive evolved to assist the bereft family. At the end of the war, the crusade was expanded to establish a home at Gettysburg for orphans of deceased soldiers. The first residents of the institution were Amos Humiston's widow Philinda and her three children: Franklin, Alice, and Frederick. In this extensive account, a full portrait emerges of Amos Humiston, the loving husband and father destined to be remembered for his death tableau, and his family, the widow and orphans who struggled for the rest of their lives with celebrity born of tragedy.

Author : Margaret S. Creighton
Publisher : Basic Books
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2008-07-31
Category : History
ISBN : 9780786722068

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The Colors of Courage by Margaret S. Creighton Pdf

In the summer of 1863, as Union and Confederate armies converged on southern Pennsylvania, the town of Gettysburg found itself thrust onto the center stage of war. The three days of fighting that ensued decisively turned the tide of the Civil War. In The Colors of Courage, Margaret Creighton narrates the tale of this crucial battle from the viewpoint of three unsung groups--women, immigrants, and African Americans--and reveals how wide the conflict's dimensions were. A historian with a superb flair for storytelling, Creighton draws on memoirs, letters, diaries, and newspapers to bring to life the individuals at the heart of her narrative. The Colors of Courage is a stunningly fluid work of original history-one that redefines the Civil War's most remarkable battle.

Author : Gabor S. Boritt
Publisher : Gettysburg Civil War Institute
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : History
ISBN : 0195129067

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The Gettysburg Nobody Knows by Gabor S. Boritt Pdf

Leading authorities shed new light on the greatest battle in American history, focusing in particular on the unknown, the controversial, and what might have been.

Author : Frank Aretas Haskell
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1470398443

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The Battle of Gettysburg by Frank Aretas Haskell Pdf

The Battle of Gettysburg is a vivid firsthand account of the most famous battle of the Civil War. Two weeks later, while his memory was fresh and his adrenaline still high, Union Lieutenant Frank Haskell;a Medal of Honor recipient;wrote this book, one of the most honest and accurate eyewitness accounts of war ever written. Haskell, an officer in the Army of the Potomac, describes soldiers preparing for and fighting in a battle that;unknown to them;would shape the destiny of a nation. Haskell is more than a casual observer, however, he is at the center of the Union line as Pickett's Charge thunders up Cemetery Ridge. This powerfully insightful account;unblemished by an attempt to look good in the history books;preserves an intimate portrait of the most famous Civil War battlefield. Whether you're an armchair historian or a devoted Civil War buff, Tom West's distinctive narration will shed new light on this transcendent moment in American history.

Author : Travis W. Busey,John W. Busey
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 1911 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2011-12-14
Category : History
ISBN : 9780786456185

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Union Casualties at Gettysburg by Travis W. Busey,John W. Busey Pdf

This reference work chronicles and categorizes more than 23,000 Union casualties at Gettysburg by generals and staff and by state and unit. Thirteen appendices also cover information by brigade, division and corps; by engagements and skirmishes; by state; by burial at three cemeteries; and by hospitals. Casualty transports, incarceration records and civilian casualty lists are also included.

Author : Dwight David Eisenhower
Publisher : JHU Press
Page : 1203 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2003-04-30
Category : History
ISBN : 9780801873591

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The Papers of Dwight David Eisenhower by Dwight David Eisenhower Pdf

The final set of volumes (Vol 18-21 sold separately) of The Papers of Dwight David Eisenhower contain 1,783 documents drawn from Eisenhower's second term as president from 20 January 1957 to 20 January 1961. Completing a monumental project that began with publication of The War Years in 1970, this final set of volumes of The Papers of Dwight David Eisenhower contains 1,783 documents drawn from Eisenhower's second term as president from 20 January 1957 to 20 January 1961. In these years Eisenhower worked hard to hold the focus of American national politics on the two major objectives he had set for his presidency in 1952: to sustain the policy of containment without precipitating a war with the Soviet Union and to reduce the role of the federal government in U.S. domestic affairs. In both cases, events at home and abroad intruded—diverting attention to immediate problems, endangering the peace, and forcing the White House to devote most of its leadership to the crises of the day. As president during this tense period, Eisenhower maintained an extensive and revealing correspondence with prominent individuals as well as with personal friends. These letters, together with the occasional entries made in his diary, shed considerable light upon the major national concerns of the 1950s. The volumes also include private and secret correspondence previously unavailable to scholars. Some of these items have been only recently declassified, and many appear here in print for the first time. Taken as a whole, the Eisenhower papers from 1957-61 provide firm documentary evidence of the manner in which Eisenhower dealt with the complex internal and external problems faced by all of our modern political leaders.

Author : Jarrad Fuoss
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2020-10-26
Category : History
ISBN : 9781467104852

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Soldiers National Cemetery at Gettysburg by Jarrad Fuoss Pdf

"In early June 1863, the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia launched a summer campaign that brought horrific war to the town of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania ... On November 19, 1863, the dedication of a new Soldiers National Cemetery marked a critical point in American history. From its conception, the Soldiers National Cemetery in Gettysburg embodied a fitting tribute to those who gave their last full measure of devotion to a grateful nation. Since that fateful summer of 1863, the cemetery has expanded into a place of memoralization for Americans spanning generations ..."--Back cover

Author : William A. Pencak
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 830 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2009-10-15
Category : History
ISBN : 9780313087592

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Encyclopedia of the Veteran in America [2 volumes] by William A. Pencak Pdf

A comprehensive encyclopedia that describes the experiences of American veterans from the Revolutionary War to the present. From the American Revolution to today's conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan, Encyclopedia of the Veteran in America captures the experiences and lives of our nation's veterans in a comprehensive, unprecedented way. It is the first major reference work focused exclusively on an American soldier's view of military life during war and the often difficult return to civilian life and peacetime afterward. Encyclopedia of the Veteran in America comprises over 100 insightful entries that include major examinations of the American Revolution, Civil War, World Wars I and II, Korean War, Vietnam War, and the Gulf, Afghan, and Iraq Wars, plus brief reviews of other conflicts. In addition, it highlights the specific experiences of POW, MIAs, and their families, as well as African Americans, women, and American Indian soldiers. Additional entries focus on key historic figures like Theodore Roosevelt and General Douglas MacArthur, veterans' organizations like the American Legion and the VFW, legislative initiatives, and the full range of memorials and monuments dedicated to our fighting men and women.

Author : Elsa Vaught
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 56 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2011-08-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1258095807

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The Diary of an Unknown Soldier by Elsa Vaught Pdf

Author : John Russell Bartlett
Publisher : Nabu Press
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2014-01-05
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1294455982

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The Soldiers' National Cemetery at Gettysburg by John Russell Bartlett Pdf

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.

Author : William S. Reeder
Publisher : Don Johnston
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Gettysburg, Battle of, Gettysburg, Pa., 1863
ISBN : 141050557X

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Gettysburg by William S. Reeder Pdf

A Civil War story of two best friends Sam and Cal who march into the Battle of Gettysburg in July 1863 on the first day of the battle, Cal becomes lost as the soldiers are forced to retreat. Written at ability level grades 1-3, interest grade level 5-12, with a with a Lexile Level of 780, in three formats, Computer Book, Audio Book and Paperback Book.

Author : Kristen Lippincott
Publisher : DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Page : 108 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1564586804

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Astronomy by Kristen Lippincott Pdf

Text and color illustrations provide information about outer space, the planets, the stars, and the people who study them.

Author : Patrick Burke,Jack Roth
Publisher : Llewellyn Worldwide
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2014-10-08
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 9780738741352

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Ghost Soldiers of Gettysburg by Patrick Burke,Jack Roth Pdf

Discover the paranormal legacy of one of America's most celebrated historical sites. Based on scores of investigations conducted at the battlefield, Ghost Soldiers of Gettysburg presents a wealth of fascinating Civil War history and compelling, first-hand encounters with ghost soldiers. Meticulously researched and respectful, this book reveals the mysteries of the spirit world while bringing the stories of this notorious battle to life. Follow investigators who listen to the testimonies of soldiers before helping them cross to the other side. Experience personal and thrilling stories, such as the fallen soldier who allows a present-day tourist a glimpse into his last moments on earth. These true encounters, and many more, are found within this amazing collection of the trials and triumphs at the Battle of Gettysburg. Includes thirty-five photos! Praise: "[This book] is not only the definitive guide to Gettysburg hauntings, but a priceless overview of phantasmal research in general...5 out of 5 stars!"—Joshua P. Warren, author of How to Hunt Ghosts

Author : Dennis Gaffney,Peter Gaffney
Publisher : Hachette Books
Page : 476 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2011-04-19
Category : History
ISBN : 9781401396626

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The Seven-Day Scholar: The Civil War by Dennis Gaffney,Peter Gaffney Pdf

"A bite of history a day, all year long." Flawless storytelling, expert research, and a whole new way of providing history in intriguing, one-page essays makes The Seven-Day Scholar: The Civil War a book that anyone interested in the topic will want on their bookshelf. This volume in the Seven-Day Scholar series brings to life significant moments in our nation's heroic tragedy, the Civil War, and coincides with its 150th anniversary. The book is organized into fifty-two chapters, corresponding to the weeks in a year; and each week has a theme-what ignited the war, Antietam, soldiers' food and drink, the 54th Massachusetts, the Gettysburg Address, Vicksburg, medical care, Lincoln's assassination, why the North won, and many more. Each chapter includes seven related narrative entries, one for every day of the week. These one-page entries, which read like historical fiction, bring to life crucial political decisions, unforgettable people, key battlefield moments, scholarly debates, and struggles on the home front. The book also explores many little-known episodes, answering questions such as: Why did Jefferson and Varina Davis take in a mixed-race child during the war What were the causes of riots in New York City and Richmond Why was General William Sherman demoted for "insanity" Why did the Union Army turn Robert E. Lee's estate into a cemetery Entries also include follow-up resources where curious readers can learn more. Readers can sweep through the book from beginning to end, or use it as a reference book, periodically dipping in and out of topics they want to explore. This is the perfect book for history buffs, and for those who missed out on learning about this captivating period in American history.

Author : Bevin Alexander
Publisher : W. W. Norton & Company
Page : 305 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2011-05-31
Category : History
ISBN : 9780393082029

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Sun Tzu at Gettysburg: Ancient Military Wisdom in the Modern World by Bevin Alexander Pdf

“The world’s most fascinating battles and how they were won or lost, according to the Chinese sage.”—Kirkus Reviews Imagine if Robert E. Lee had withdrawn to higher ground at Gettysburg instead of sending Pickett uphill against the entrenched Union line. Or if Napoléon, at Waterloo, had avoided mistakes he’d never made before. The advice that would have changed these crucial battles was written down centuries before Christ was born—but unfortunately for Lee, Napoléon, and Hitler, Sun Tzu’s The Art of War only became widely available in the West in the mid-twentieth century. As Bevin Alexander shows, Sun Tzu’s maxims often boil down to common sense, in a particularly pure and clear form. When Alexander frames these modern battles against 2,400-year-old precepts, the degree of overlap is stunning.