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Join us on a captivating journey back to an era that defined the course of American history - the Battle of Gettysburg. Picture a sleepy Pennsylvania town, now echoing with the march of armies and the thunder of cannons.

In todays Special Liberty Minute 🗽,  we continue with our 160th anniversary commemoration  of the battle of Gettysburg, part 2

Our guide today is Stephen Sears and very well written one volume book on Gettysburg

Again, this series is a tribute to our dear friend and listener, Ed Gallagher, whose love for history inspired us to delve deep into the heart of the battle at Gettysburg's rich past.

Key Points from the Episode:

• Ever wonder why General Robert E. Lee's cavalry was late to the Battle of Gettysburg? Well, you're about to find out.   We dissect the critical factors that led to Lee's cavalry, under Jeb Stuart, being delayed by nearly a week. 
• Sears guides us through the intricate maneuvers of Lee's Army and Hooker's Army, and the vital role of Union intelligence in defending Washington DC.
• We then transport you to the heart of the Battle of Gettysburg - from Lee's order to Stuart to support Pickett's Charge, to the increasing toll of casualties on both sides. Amidst the chaos and bloodshed, we glimpse moments of extraordinary heroism, from Colonel Joshua Chamberlain and the 20th Maine, to Patti O'Rourke's rally of the 140th New York. 
• As we march into the second day, we further examine the repercussions of Lee's overconfidence, Stuart's cavalry's ineffectiveness, and the escalating casualties. Strap in for a profound exploration of one of the most pivotal battles in American history.

Other resources:

American Battlefield Trust--animated Gettysburg video


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