Gettysburg Magazine

27/08/2024

Issue 71 is going to the printer soon! This new issue includes:
-Defending the Cumberland Valley
-Inspired by Courage: JFK Visits Gettysburg
-The Most Destructive Artillery Impact of the Battle of Gettysburg

Plus a reader survey to learn more about what YOU want to read in future issues!

28/06/2023

Check your mailboxes—issue 69 has been shipped!

There are a lot of great articles and photographs in this issue that you won't want to miss, including the 82nd Ohio Volunteers in the Gettysburg Campaign and the Second United States Sharpshooters at Gettysburg.

22/02/2023

If you've been a long-time subscriber to Gettysburg Magazine, you may remember the old storage system that used to be offered. As we begin to look into newer storage systems that would be compatible with this older system, please take our short survey below to have your opinion heard!
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12/01/2023

22/12/2022

The January 2023 issue is available just in time for the holidays! See the table of contents and order your copy at https://nebraskapressjournals.unl.edu/issue/9000031284714/gettysburg-magazine-68/

23/07/2022

in , the Battle of Manassas Gap took place 🇺🇸 The last battle of the Campaign saw the Union's last gasp at capturing Robert E Lee in his retreat, but they failed to occupy the Royal Front in time to do so

10/07/2022

in , the Battle of Funkstown took place 🇺🇸 In JEB Stuart's effort to buy the Confederate retreat more time, he formed a strong battle line against the Union cavalry that successfully gained his forces an additional day

08/07/2022

in , the Battle of Boonsboro was fought 🇺🇸 Sent back to repel the Union cavalry from the Confederate retreat, JEB Stuart's consistent pressure gained his forces another day ahead of federal forces with this conflict

06/07/2022

in , the Battle of Williamsport began 🇺🇸 This 10-day pursuit saw complications for both sides during the Confederacy's retreat from in heavy rains across the Potomac River, historically earning the term "Battle of Falling Waters"

04/07/2022

in , the Battle of Monterey Pass was fought 🇺🇸 During the 1st conflict during the Confederate retreat from , Union forces were able to destroy hundreds of supply wagons as it traversed the narrow mountain pass

03/07/2022

in , the Battle of Fairfield was fought 🇺🇸 With fighting concluding on the same day at , this battle was crucial in securing safe passage for the Confederate retreat along Hagerstown Road

02/07/2022

in , the Battle of Hunterstown was fought 🇺🇸 At the same time as the 2nd day of fighting at , Confederate forces successfully repelled Union solders from their left flank, though eventually withdrew themselves to the larger battle

01/07/2022

in , the Battle of began 🇺🇸 Often described as the turning point of the , our namesake conflict lasted 3 days & resulted in the most casualties of any battle. We honor their sacrifice today & everyday with our work 📖

30/06/2022

in , the Battle of Hanover was fought 🇺🇸 Simultaneously occurring ~30 miles from the Skirmish of Sporting Hill, the light casualties of this battle weren't nearly worth the time it took away from JEB Stuart in his arrival at .

27/06/2022

in , the Battle of Fairfax Court House was fought 🇺🇸 While widely seen as a Confederate win, their delay in crossing the Potomac afterwards made forces late to the larger conflict at Gettysburg, perhaps costing them that battle (& the war).

21/06/2022

in , the Battle of Upperville was fought 🇺🇸 Immediately after a skirmish at Goose Creek, JEB Stuart headed west towards Ashby's Gap, delaying the Union 's march towards & hiding the Confederate infantry.

19/06/2022

in , the Battle of Middleburg concluded 🇺🇸 After the battle started 2 days earlier, Confederate forces defended the Blue Ridge gap until nightfall when JEB Stuart was forced to abandon his position in the mountains.

17/06/2022

in , the Battle of Aldie took place 🇺🇸 4 hours of fighting ended somewhat inconclusively, although this was the 1st of many small battles that delayed Union forces across the Loudoun Valley, making them unable to locate the Confederate

15/06/2022

The July 2022 issue is now available! See the table of contents and order your copy at https://nebraskapressjournals.unl.edu/issue/9000029891376/gettysburg-magazine-67/

13/06/2022

in , the 2nd Battle of Wi******er began 🇺🇸 An important Confederate victory during the Campaign, they stunned the Union & opened the door for Robert E. Lee's Northern invasion attempt. What're your thoughts on this battle?

09/06/2022

in 1863, the Battle of Brandy Station was fought 🇺🇸 The 1st battle of the Campaign was also the largest cavalry 1 of the . Considered a Confederate win, many see JEB Stuart's surprise at the attack as foreshadowing of future shortcomings.

27/05/2022

staff officers needed range on the battlefield, & Coupland R. Page had it. With a prodigious memory & sharp eye for detail, excerpts from Coupland’s valuable account are were revealed in our 54th issue 👇 Read free on Project MUSE

muse.jhu.edu/article/605539

20/05/2022

In 1863, the Tyson Brothers exposed a carte-de-visité that featured a portion of with buildings whose location was previously unknown. Read more about the search for this setting in "Location Verification" for free on Project MUSE 👇

muse.jhu.edu/article/566386

19/05/2022

A view of Culp’s Hill from East Cemetery Hill in 1890. .

18/05/2022

In this month’s poll we would like to ask you: what is your favorite part of the National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center?

17/05/2022

We love to see spring blossoms throughout the Battlefield, like these trees along Oak Ridge near the McLean Farm.

16/05/2022

William Clyde led Company A of the 105th Pennsylvania Infantry into the fight at the Peach Orchard and fell wounded there. He carried these field glasses into the battle.

Explore more artifacts at the Museum of the American Civil War. http://ow.ly/XK5E50J3kug

12/05/2022

Today’s is an 1890s photo of the monument to the 145th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Regiment in the Rose Woods.

11/05/2022

Scenes of spring surround the monument to the 26th Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry Regiment on Howard Avenue.

09/05/2022

in 1824, Confederate BG William Jones was born in Virginia 🎂

While his participation in Stuart's Ride took him from most fighting at , "Grumble" Jones bookended the campaign with strong showings at Brandy Station & defenses at Fairfield and Monterey Pass