Category Archives: Reflections

Take a hard look at Gettysburg’s monuments

Posted on March 23, 2012 by

The Gettysburg Battlefield is adorned with some of the best craftsmanship and symbolism found in the country. The 1,300 monuments and markers not only represent the bravery and sacrifice of the soldiers who fought here, but sometimes contain special representations … Continue reading →

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A Brush with War

Posted on June 29, 2011 by

Dale Gallon is everywhere in Gettysburg. He’s in hotel lobbies, restaurants, stores and art galleries. He has made an impression by not only capturing the essence of the nation’s bloodiest battle, but has brought history to life through his painstakingly … Continue reading →

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A Mother’s Desperate Search

Posted on March 25, 2011 by

Lydia Catherine Zeigler – just 13 years old in July 1863 – recounted nearly 40 years later, the story of her family’s struggle before, during and after the war came to this small Pennsylvania town. Living in the Seminary’s Schmucker … Continue reading →

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And so our journey begins …

Posted on January 19, 2011 by

We invite you to share in the rich history of Gettysburg. Through this blog, the Gettysburg Convention & Visitors Bureau intends to blend history and travel together to discuss not only interesting accounts of the Civil War’s most famous battle, … Continue reading →

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