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Lincoln encapsulated the meaning of the Civil War, the reason for the suffering, and the nation we are meant to be in a mere 268 word address. Tragically, an assassin's bullet would deny him the ability to oversee the healing process of a nation torn asunder when the guns eventually fell silent.

THE STORY OF GETTYSBURG Part Eight: "A New Birth Of Freedom."

Brad Schaeffer
Apr 16, 2013

The final installment of an 8-part series on the Battle of Gettysburg in remembrance of its 150th anniversary.

This painting shows the climax of the July 3 battle as scene from just behind Union lines. The Rebels have breached parts of Hancock's position on Cemetery Ridge but will soon be overwhelmed by reinforcements Meade had in the ready, expecting his center to be the focal point of the renewed fighting. Hancock can be seen directing the battle on horseback...he would soon be struck down with a bullet to the groin but would eventually recover from his wound, though in intermittent pain for the rest of his life.

THE STORY OF GETTYSBURG Part Seven: "An Ocean Of Armed Men!"

Brad Schaeffer
Apr 15, 2013

The Seventh installment of an 8-part series on the Battle of Gettysburg in remembrance of its 150th anniversary.

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Brig. Gen. William Barksdale's brigade of Mississippians (McLaws' division) launched the first assault into the III Corps salient in the Peach Orchard. Barksdale, a rabid secessionist, led from the front and was easily recognized on his horse and his long white hair. He would be mortally wounded in short order and die the next day.

THE STORY OF GETTYSBURG Part Six: "The Best Three Hours' Fighting..."

Brad Schaeffer
Apr 14, 2013

The 6th installment of an 8-part series on the Battle of Gettysburg in remembrance of its 150th anniversary.

Expecting just untrained militia, the surprised Confederates instead found themselves in a brutal engagement with the Union's famous Iron Brigade. Here the brigade's 6th Wisconsin regiment attacks members of Heth's division trapped in the railroad cut during the first day's fighting on McPherson's Ridge.

THE STORY OF GETTYSBURG Part Five: "Tain't No Militia!"

Brad Schaeffer
Apr 12, 2013

The 5th installment of an 8-part series on the Battle of Gettysburg in remembrance of its 150th anniversary.

Gettysburg as it appears today gives little hint of the unrestrained violence that befell this peaceful community 150 years ago.

THE STORY OF GETTYSBURG Part Four: June 30, 1863: The Armies Make Contact

Brad Schaeffer
Apr 11, 2013

The 4th installment of an 8-part series on the Battle of Gettysburg in remembrance of its upcoming 150th anniversary.

This is one of the most precious photos taken during the Civil War. This candid image shot from a second story window shows Lee's army marching through Frederick, MD. Although actually taken in September of 1862, during his first invasion that ended at Antietam, this gives a clear picture of what Lee's army looked like as it moved north again. As most photos were posed this is especially fasicinating as only the two infantrymen looking up seem aware the photo was being taken.

THE STORY OF GETTYSBURG Part Three: "The Rebel Invaders Are Upon Our Soil!"

Brad Schaeffer
Apr 10, 2013

The third of an 8-part series on the Battle of Gettysburg in remembrance of its upcoming 150th anniversary.

The South's "grey fox." A brilliant commander, beloved by his men, respected by his foes, who was adroit at producing victories in the field. In June 1863 he marched his powerful Army of Northern Virginia into enemy territory to fight a showdown battle that would end the war.

THE STORY OF GETTYSBURG Part Two: Prelude To Invasion...Why Lee Marched North

Brad Schaeffer
Apr 9, 2013

The 2nd installment of an 8-part series on the Battle of Gettysburg in remembrance of its upcoming 150th anniversary.

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A slave shows the effects of the lash on his back.

THE STORY OF GETTYSBURG Part One: 150 Years Ago...What Was The Fighting About?

Brad Schaeffer
Apr 8, 2013

The first of an 8-part series on the Battle Of Gettysburg in remembrance of its upcoming 150th anniversary.

Father William Corby Grants Absolution Before Sending The Irish into Battle At Gettysburg

The "Irish Brigade" In The Civil War: How The Emerald Green Helped Save The Red, White, And Blue

Brad Schaeffer
Mar 14, 2013

Over 150,000 sons of Erin fought for the Union Army in the Civil War (and 40,000 for the Confederacy). All were brave, but none more renowned than the famous "Irish Brigade"

Energy Independence Today/Fossil Fuel Independence Tomorrow

Brad Schaeffer
Mar 8, 2013

Despite environmental concerns, the Keystone XL pipeline is a positive step towards true energy independence...a position the USA can and should achieve.

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THE STORY OF GETTYSBURG Part Eight: "A New Birth Of Freedom."

THE STORY OF GETTYSBURG Part Seven: "An Ocean Of Armed Men!"

THE STORY OF GETTYSBURG Part Six: "The Best Three Hours' Fighting..."

THE STORY OF GETTYSBURG Part Five: "Tain't No Militia!"

THE STORY OF GETTYSBURG Part Four: June 30, 1863: The Armies Make Contact

THE STORY OF GETTYSBURG Part Three: "The Rebel Invaders Are Upon Our Soil!"

THE STORY OF GETTYSBURG Part Two: Prelude To Invasion...Why Lee Marched North

THE STORY OF GETTYSBURG Part One: 150 Years Ago...What Was The Fighting About?

The "Irish Brigade" In The Civil War: How The Emerald Green Helped Save The Red, White, And Blue

Energy Independence Today/Fossil Fuel Independence Tomorrow

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