The Battle of Gettysburg, 1863 by Samuel Adams Drake
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"The Battle of Gettysburg, 1863" by Samuel Adams Drake is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book focuses on the significant and decisive battle fought during the American Civil War at Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, highlighting its strategic importance and the monumental outcomes that shaped the course of the conflict. Through detailed narrative and analysis, it seeks to capture the gravitas of this pivotal moment in American history. The opening
portion of the book sets the stage by describing Gettysburg not only as a peaceful town but also as a contrasting backdrop to the fierce battles that occurred during the Civil War. It introduces the town's strategic significance during General Lee's invasion of Pennsylvania, indicating that the very location, largely unsuspecting of the impending conflict, became a crucial battleground. Furthermore, it gives a brief overview of the geography around Gettysburg, illustrating how these features would influence military tactics and operations. The text also hints at the events leading up to the battle, suggesting a sense of urgency and tension as both armies prepare for imminent conflict. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Drake, Samuel Adams, 1833-1905 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 02010457 |
| Title | The Battle of Gettysburg, 1863 |
| Series Title | Decisive Events in American History |
| Credits |
Produced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 67.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E456: History: America: Civil War period (1861-1865) |
| Subject | Gettysburg, Battle of, Gettysburg, Pa., 1863 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 49530 |
| Release Date | Jul 26, 2015 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 420 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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