Gettysburg Reb
Retired AF MSgt, Retired State Gov Worker, interested in the Civil War History especially the Battle of Gettysburg. Love taking pictures and book collection.
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High School, Military education and trainingMotto
Always Remember the PastAffiliations
Friends of the National Parks at Gettysburg, National Trust and Preservation Trust, Main Street Gettysburg
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Life and Death in HollywoodMany of the countless Hollywood celebrities died young and before their time, from tragic accidents, drugs and alcohol or sickness. We as a society are fascinated with the "stars" and when one dies in Hollywood we feel as if we lost someone that we knew personally. -
Take a Train VacationThe experiences of riding a train is discussed. -
Extraordinary Places to VisitSpecial and different places to visit for adventure and enjoyment -
What to Do on Your Vacation in PennsylvaniaWhat to do, what to see while taking a vacation in the State of Pennsylvania is discussed. -
The Sacrifice of the 1st Minnesota RegimentThe story of the 1st Minnesota Regiment and the sacrifice they made at Gettysburg
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How Close was a Confederate Victory?The role of Benning's Brigade in the fight between the 20th Maine and 15th Alabama
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General James Longstreet at GettysburgGeneral James Longstreet's performance at the Battle of Gettysburg is discussed. -
Gettysburg, Pennsylvania - a Great Place to LiveWhat the town of Gettysburg has to offer its residents -
The 9th Pennsylvania Reserves at GettysburgReview of the Pennsylvania Reserves and the part that the 9th PA played at the Battle of Gettysburg
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After the Fighting Stopped - The Demobilization of the Civil War ArmiesThe disbanding of the armies of the North and South is discussed. How the soldiers were treated after the surrender.
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The Role of Being a GrandparentWhat is our role of being a grandparent? What is our responsibility? The joy of being a grandparent is discussed. -
The Soldiers' National Cemetery at GettysburgThe National Cemetery at Gettysburg is discussed giving the history and also removing of the dead to the cemetery. -
Dinner on the FrontierWhat kind of food, how did the pioneer's get that food and how did they prepare it is discussed.
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Tiger Woods at the U.S. Open at OakmontPictures of Tiger Woods Practicing at the Us Open -
Through the Eyes of the Children at GettysburgDescriptive accounts of what the children of Gettysburg experienced during the Battle of Gettysburg and afterwards
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The Forgotten: Confederate Soldiers Who Died at GettysburgA discussion on how the Confederate Dead were handled and how people thought of it.
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The Real Meaning of EasterEaster is discussed, both the religious and tranditional aspects of Easter. -
Experience a Vacation of a Lifetime in These Popular CitiesSuggestions for cities of the world to visit that will be a vacation of a lifetime -
How Women Survived on the FrontierA descriptive discussion of the women's role on the frontier. A history of courage and strength that women had during these early times. -
3,155 Soliders Were Killed at GettysburgA discussion of the Union Soldiers killed at the Battle of Gettysburg, with selected personal stories. -
Most Intriguing Cities of the World to VisitCities of the world to visit are discussed. -
Epitaphs - Tombstone InscriptionsWhat are epitaphs? These questions are answered and some examples are given -
Things to Consider When Planning Your WeddingWho, What and When is discussed in planning your wedding. -
Cannons on the BattlefieldPictures of cannons on the battlefield, both Northern and Southern positions -
Gettysburg's Most Famous Resident: the EisenhowersThis is the story of Ike and Mamie Eisenhower at their farm in Gettysburg -
Facts About the Union Artillery at Gettysburga discussion of the Union artillery at the Battle of Gettysburg. Some of the batteries and commanders that played an important part in the battle. -
Legends of PennsylvaniaLegends of Pennsylvania discusses some of the tales and legends that are told by the "locals" in and around Pennsylvania
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The Types of Civil War PrisonsAn overview of some of the better known Civil War Prisons.
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The Magnificent White-Tailed DeerDescription of the White-Tailed Deer and personal observations -
Travel to One of These Fun Cities on Your Next VacationDescription of cities that would be fun and interesting to visit.
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Facts About the Union and Confederate Commander's of GettysburgThis is a short review of the top commanders that fought at the Battle of Gettysburg. The decisions that these men made changed history forever. -
Recipes from the Trout Family CookbookSome of receipts from the Trout Family Cookbook. Some of my favorite receipts to share with others -
The Fight for Culp's HillThe Battle for Culp's Hill is a story of two sides fighting against odds that were in favor of those who help the high ground. A fight on steep hillsides strewn with large boulders and trees. -
Interesting Cities of the World to Visit - Part 1Description of interesting cities to visit while on vacation.
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Gettysburg Battle, 2nd Day - Longstreet's AttackFollows the attack of Longstreets Corps as they assault the left of the union's line on July 2, 1863 -
Gettysburg Battlefield GuideA discussion of the different ways to tour Gettysburg Battlefield and how to obtain these tours. -
Civilians of Gettysburg - The Innocent VictimsReview of some of the civilians of the Town of Gettysburg during the Battle of Gettysburg, July 1st, 2nd and 3rd July 1963
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Birthdays Are Special - Meaning of the Numbers in Your Birth DayMy birthday is discussed and the meaning of the numbers. Is this a valid theory? Let the numbers reveal their secrets.
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Battle of Bushy Run - Pontiac's WarNarrative of the 1763 battle of Bushy Run fought between the Native Americans and British forces. -
Cemetery Hill - The Union's DefenseThe 1st & 11th Corps retreats to Cemetery Hill. Confederates takes the town. -
The Attack and Defense of Oak HillWith Davis's Brigade deploying north of the pike, that part of the battle began as Cutler's Brigade open fire. Fighting occurred in and around the railroad cut with both sides using it as a shelter. -
Take an Historic Walk Through the Site of the Gettysburg Battle: Fighting South of Chambersburg PikeThis overview is about the fighting that took place on July 1, 1863, south of the Chambersburg Pike. Gen Buford's cavalry held the confederates back until the 1st Corps came up. Gen Reynold's was killed and the fighting became fierce. -
Selected Photo's of Gettysburg BattlefieldPhoto's taken when visiting the battlefield. -
Gettysburg Town and Battlefield - an Overview of Hospital SitesThis is an overview and general discussion of the historical hospitals sites that were used during and after the Battle of Gettysburg, July 1st,2nd and 3rd July 1863. It is a personal narrative.













