Download or read book Children at the Battle of Gettysburg Their Unforgettable Summer written by Robert Jones and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2014-07-17 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The children of the 19th century were no different than todayÕs kids. They looked forward to summer and enjoying the pleasant weather. However, it wasnÕt all fun; most still had their daily chores to do, just as they did during the rest of the year - many farms and orchards were in Gettysburg. In 1863, AmericaÕs Civil War between the Northern and Southern states was in its third year. Most of the fighting was taking place in the south, so Gettysburg and its 2400 residents were spared the devastation which came along with the battles. They were truly aware of the ongoing war; many fathers, sons, and brothers answered the call when President Abraham Lincoln asked the Northern states, as it did of Pennsylvania, to support the Union cause. For the children of Gettysburg, it would not be their normal summer. There were always rumors about the Confederates coming, but now it all came true and it would indeed be their Òunforgettable summerÓ.
Download or read book Children at the Battle of Gettysburg written by Robert Jones and published by . This book was released on 2010-08 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The children of the 19th century were no different than today's kids. Theylooked forward to summer, the end of the school year, playing with theirfriends, and enjoying the pleasant weather. However, it wasn't all fun;most still had their daily chores to do, just as they did during the rest ofthe year. For some, they even had more to do, because living in Gettysburgmeant that there was a good chance they were from a family which hadeither a farm or an orchard.In 1863, America's Civil War between the Northern and Southern stateswas in its third year. Most of the fighting was taking place in the south, soGettysburg and its 2400 residents were spared the devastation which camealong with the battles. They were truly aware of the ongoing war. Many fathers, sons, and brothers answered the call when President Abraham Lincolnasked the Northern states, as he did of Pennsylvania, to supportthe Union cause.For the children of Gettysburg, the summer of 1863 would not be their normalsummer. Since the war began, there were always rumors that "the Confederateswere coming!" Now it was no longer a rumor, they were actuallycoming. Young Willie and his sister Marie couldn't really understand thewar and thought that these arriving strangers would bring some excitementto their quiet little town. For others, such as Jennie Wade andTillie Pierce, they could do without it.Johhny Ryerson, a young boy from Virginia would be forced to look at thewar from the other side. He too would like to enjoy a "summer of fun," butthat was something he had never experienced. Now due to a series of unusualcircumstances, it looked unlikely that he ever would. There is onething that these children and others have in common, it would indeed betheir "Unforgettable Summer.
Download or read book Summer s Bloodiest Days written by Jennifer L. Weber and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2010 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tells the story of the Battle of Gettysburg from both sides.
Download or read book Summer Storm in Gettysburg written by Ann Brophy and published by Author House. This book was released on 2003-09-30 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THE GHOSTS OF GETTYSBURG is an historical novel based on real people and a true incident during the Battle of Gettysburg. Jennie Wade was the only civilian casualty in the three-day battle that left six thousand soldiers dead and twenty-seven thousand wounded. The book begins when Jennie is a pre-teen and introduces her friends when they all set out on a mission to find the Devil at Devils Den in Gettysburg. Instead they find themselves. Ten years later when Jennie is twenty, the story picks up the focus on Jennie and her family when they are faced with the reality of the Civil War in their small, out-of-the-way town. Her childhood friends have scattered, but they are finally brought back together by the tragic aftermath of the unexpected combat. THE GHOSTS OF GETTYSBURG is an honest account of this period in history that children can relate to and learn from.
Download or read book Gettysburg written by Gregory Christianson and published by . This book was released on 2019-07 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A creative, visually-captivating experience for children, young historians, and Civil War enthusiasts alike with single-page introductions for each day of the battle and lots of "have-to-know" facts, all wrapped in a photographic essay of the Gettysburg battlefield as you've never seen before.
Download or read book The Battle of Gettysburg 46 Fascinating Facts for Kids written by Kevin Ashmole and published by . This book was released on 2020-11-02 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Battle of Gettysburg: 46 Fascinating Facts For Kids for 9-12-year-olds Gettysburg was a small town in farming country with a population of just 2,400. It was surrounded by hills, ridges, and valleys, making it the ideal place for a 19th-century battle. It was at Gettysburg that more than 165,000 soldiers would fight in the bloodiest battle of the American Civil war. Around 4,500 Confederate soldiers lost their lives at the Battle of Gettysburg and 20,000 were wounded. There were more than 3,000 Union deaths and around 14,500 wounded. The only civilian to die at the Battle of Gettysburg was 20-year-old Jennie Wade. On the third day of the battle, Jennie was baking bread at her sister's house when she was hit through the heart by a stray bullet, killing her instantly. These are just a few of our fascinating facts about the Battle of Gettysburg - why not find out more? We hope that the facts about the Battle of Gettysburg in our book will fascinate you and encourage you to find out even more about the deadliest battle of the American Civil War. This book is suitable for 9-year-olds and older. Chapters: A Country at War | General Lee's Plan | The Battle of Gettysburg: Day One | Day Two | Day Three | Aftermath | The Gettysburg Address | Assorted Battle of Gettysburg Facts | Lincoln's Words at Gettysburg
Download or read book Battle of Gettysburg The Relics Artifacts Souvenirs written by Robert Jones and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2009-11 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Battle of Gettysburg ended, but what was left behind, was unimaginable, 51,000 casualties (23,000 Union and 28,000 Confederate). Private residences took in and cared for these suffering soldiers. Without these caring townspeople, the death rate would have increased tremendously. The soldiers realized that they were part of history in the making. As in any momentous event, the participants sought some kind of remembrance from the battle, something they could gaze at in their twilight years and reminisce about being part of such an historical event. Be it a button, a bullet, canteen, photograph, letter, or even a handful of the sacred soil.....just something. Collecting of these relics continued with the veterans, right up until today. The author has spent the last 20 years acquiring and documenting these artifacts and has now included many of them in this book which was released in 2008 (revised 2009). Also included are the rare souvenirs, which now have become collectible in themselves.
Download or read book The Civil War Canteen Second Edition written by Robert Jones and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2017-12-06 with total page 82 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many of the canteens in this book were excavated from battlefields and campsites. There are also canteens which were early battlefield pick ups, from private collections, and from early Civil War museums. This book has over two hundred photographs and it will give the reader a rare opportunity to take a glimpse into the past to see what the soldier used and some of the battlefields he fought on. There are 80 pages with over 275 photographs.
Download or read book We Were There at the Battle of Gettysburg written by Alida Malkus and published by . This book was released on 1955 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The story of this important Civil War battle is told by two children who are caught between the two great armies.
Download or read book Battle of Gettysburg written by Dr History and published by . This book was released on 2024-05-16 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get enchanted with Battle of Gettysburg history and its remarkable events. Are you struggling to make sense of what happened at that specific point in history? Do you want to learn all of the historical stories in an easier manner? Pick up this overview history book today to learn the inspiring history behind Battle of Gettysburg! This is the perfect book for history fans for all kids to enjoy. The Battle of Gettysburg was not honorable; it was not full of glory, and it was not something to be celebrated. Hundreds of thousands of lives were lost in only the span of three days. The generals leading their armies and troops could only continue to fight for what they believed in. They fought not because they wanted fame, glory, or riches. They fought because they had something they believed to be worth fighting for: their future. They wanted to improve their lives, and the Battle of Gettysburg, a three-day battle that only started by pure coincidence, was the turning point for the America that we know today. Ancient History for Kids for includes: - A complete guide - crucial major events from the beginning to the end for a comprehensive overview - Fascinating moments - the defining moments that everyone should know - Tons of fun facts - makes learning fun with little known stats, trivia, and more. The interesting events that happened to historical figures. - Chapter by chapter activities - delightful exercises for kids to make history fun, whether alone or with others History has generally had a bad reputation of being boring and too complicated. But this series catered to kids will leave young readers learning history in a more interesting and fun manner! If you've been interested in history but don't have time to read long and dragging textbooks, grab this Ancient History for Kids to get enchanted with its amazing stories!
Download or read book Gettysburg written by Iain C. Martin and published by Sky Pony. This book was released on 2015-06-16 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the summer of 1863, General Robert E. Lee and the Army of Northern Virginia advanced into Pennsylvania in a daring offensive to win the Civil War in a single campaign. They met the Union Army at a quiet crossroads town called Gettysburg and engaged in the greatest battle ever fought on American soil. Three days of combat ended on July 3 with Pickett’s Charge, a heroic assault by nine of Lee’s brigades against the Union defenses on Cemetery Ridge. Their repulse at the stone wall became known as the “high-water mark” of the Confederacy. At the dedication of the Soldiers’ National Cemetery that November, Lincoln used the occasion to deliver his Gettysburg Address, a short, two-minute speech that became the most famous in American history. In this original retelling of the Gettysburg story, Iain Martin draws upon firsthand accounts—from the generals to the lowly privates and civilians caught in the epic struggle. Readers will discover history through the experiences of two Gettysburg teenagers—Matilda “Tillie” Pierce and Daniel Skelly. Featuring the artwork of Don Troiani, photos, full-color maps, interesting tales, and trivia, Gettysburg: The True Account of Two Young Heroes in the Greatest Battle of the Civil War gives young readers a fascinating look into this great turning point of American history.
Download or read book Gettysburg Educational Facts Children s History Book 4th Grade written by Bold Kids and published by . This book was released on 2023-01-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Battle of Gettysburg was a turning point in the Civil War. The Confederate Army had the upper hand and was poised to capture the North, but the Union was able to break through. Gettysburg was the scene of one of the most vicious battles in history. The two armies of the Civil War suffered heavy losses over the course of three days. . On the first day of the battle, Union forces were outnumbered and the Confederates were in control. Union troops were able to reorganize and defend their positions south of town. But on the second day, they were outnumbered again. Their forces fell back through Culp's Hill to the hills south of town.
Download or read book Battle of Gettysburg for Kids written by History and published by . This book was released on 2023-12-13 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get enchanted with Battle of Gettysburg history and its remarkable events. Are you struggling to make sense of what happened at that specific point in history? Do you want to learn all of the historical stories in an easier manner? Pick up this overview history book today to learn the inspiring history behind Battle of Gettysburg! This is the perfect book for history fans for all kids to enjoy. The Battle of Gettysburg was not honorable; it was not full of glory, and it was not something to be celebrated. Hundreds of thousands of lives were lost in only the span of three days. The generals leading their armies and troops could only continue to fight for what they believed in. They fought not because they wanted fame, glory, or riches. They fought because they had something they believed to be worth fighting for: their future. They wanted to improve their lives, and the Battle of Gettysburg, a three-day battle that only started by pure coincidence, was the turning point for the America that we know today. Ancient History for Kids includes: A complete guide - crucial major events from the beginning to the end for a comprehensive overview Fascinating moments - the defining moments that everyone should know Tons of fun facts - makes learning fun with little known stats, trivia, and more. The interesting events that happened to historical figures. Chapter by chapter activities - delightful exercises for kids to make history fun, whether alone or with others History has generally had a bad reputation of being boring and too complicated. But this series catered to kids will leave young readers learning history in a more interesting and fun manner! If you've been interested in history but don't have time to read long and dragging textbooks, grab this Ancient History for Kids to get enchanted with its amazing stories!
Download or read book Civil War Artillery A Pictorial Introduction written by Robert Jones and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2012-08-15 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "In 1861, it was a blast of artillery aimed at Fort Sumter in Charleston Harbor which started four years of the most horrendous period in American history. At 4:30 a.m. on the morning of April 12th, forty three Confederate cannons opened up on the fortress. Miraculously, no one on either side had been killed or seriously wounded - a battle conclusion with these results would rarely happen again. The Confederacy had to struggle to place artillery and ammunition in the field. The Union had on hand 4,167 pieces of artillery, of which only 163 were field guns. When the rebels took over Federal arsenals in the south, they acquired a considerable amount of heavy guns, but only 35 much needed field pieces. Most of the country's powder mills were located in the North, and little ammunition had been made in the South for some fifty years. Starting almost from scratch, the South built some remarkably efficient mills and arsenals to meet the demands. Those four short years reshaped the military in many ways - the tactics of the artillery and how it was utilized is still being studied today. The artillery seldom received the grandeur of the cavalry and infantry, but it was those lethal iron projectiles which softened up the enemy to allow the charges and attacks. Take a trip through time beginning with the infancy of artillery during the American Revolution until the final shots were fired at Appomattox. Most of the major battles are visited, along with some lesser engagements, and the role that the artillery played regarding their outcome. With over 500 photographs, (many previously unpublished), the reader will get a real feel what it was like to serve with the artillery during the Civil War."--Back cover.
Download or read book The Civil War Soldier His Personal Items written by Robert Jones and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2014-05-10 with total page 153 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The personal objects left behind by the Civil War soldier are small windows which allow us to get a brief glimpse into the most momentous part of his life ... In today's 'world of disposable goods', who would take the time to meticulously inscribe their name or initials in such an inanimate object as a razor or soap dish. We may think it was done to prove ownership, maybe it could identify him if killed or wounded, or maybe it was just out of boredom ... The soldier knew the war would be scrupulously studied by future generations. Not being General Grant or Lee, he would have to settle for a less significant role to say 'I was there -- I was a part of this'. Many of these veterans carefully packed away their menial possessions as a personal time capsule, hoping that someone in the future would find them and if only for a brief moment, remember their small part in American history"--Back cover
Download or read book The Gettysburg Kid written by Stephen Goedert and published by . This book was released on 2012-07-21 with total page 142 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: She could speak to President Lincoln, General James Longstreet, and General Robert E. Lee. She brought them together on the battlefield of Gettysburg to find and stop the person who was vandalizing the monuments to their comrades and former enemies. It was not 1863 it was 2013, the 150th Anniversary of the battle of Gettysburg, and the people young Emma Smithton was helping were the very monuments that were being vandalized. With the help of Park Rangers, her friend Wyatt, and monuments from across the battlefield, Emma is in a race against time to stop a vandal before he destroys the biggest monument at Gettysburg Pennsylvania Military Park - The Pennsylvania State Monument."The Gettysburg Kid II: To Antietam" will be published in eBook and paperback format in early 2013, and the thrilling "The Gettysburg Kid III: Return to Gettysburg" will be released in both eBook and paperback in the Summer of 2013 to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg.
Download or read book The Civil War Canteen Third Edition written by Robert Jones and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2018-06-22 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With the outbreak of hostilities in April of 1861, thousands of men would be called upon to leave the safety of their homes and go off to war. This was a new experience; for many of these Òcitizen soldiersÓ, not only would it be the first time they were away from home, for many it was the first time they left their hometown. These new recruits would not only have to fight their fellow Americans, in many cases they would be facing their own relatives on the battlefield. Some men would carry muskets, others would carry revolvers. Some would fire cannons, while others waved swords, but there was one thing they all had in common, both enlisted man and officer, they all carried canteens. This book will give the reader a rare opportunity to take a glimpse into the past to see many rare and original canteens, accompanied by period photographs (many colorized). This book is published in full-color so you can really appreciate these unique artifacts from the Civil War. A full index is ideal for research.