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brianstamm posted an update in the group American Civil War 3 years, 1 month ago
Today marked the 158th anniversary of that famous speech by President Abraham Lincoln. The great orator of the time Edward Everett spoke for over two hours for the dedication of the National Soldiers Cemetery in Gettysburg. Lincoln followed with a short two minute speech. When done, the President sat down thinking he had failed for there was no…[Read more]
- Niobe replied 3 years, 1 month ago
  I think it was his speech that made Gettysburg such a unique battlefield after the fact… he crystallized the bigger picture and where this battle fit into broader…
  
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brianstamm posted an update 3 years, 1 month ago

Just received my reprint copy of Ed Bearss’ three volume Vicksburg campaign. For anyone who has ever seen or heard Bears speak, he was one of the most animated and knowledgeable historians on the Civil War. His passing earlier this year leaves a huge void for anyone studying the war. He also authored a set of books on the Petersburg seige. RIP Ed.…[Read more]

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