gettysburg (pa.), battle of, 1863

"Pickett's Charge, one of the bloodiest battles of the Civil War, is the climax of this Civil War adventure, told from the perspective of three girls: a Union loyalist, a free Black, and a girl from Virginia who disguised herself as a boy to fight in the Confederate Army"--Provided by publisher.

An introduction to the Battle of Gettysburg that examines key issues surrounding the campaign and provides information on the tactics used by both sides.

Presents a history of African-Americans in and around the town of Gettysburg before, during, and after the Civil War as soldiers and non-combatants; describes the invasion of the Confederate Army in July 1863, and the slave hunt in which free Pennsylvania blacks were abducted, the contributions of blacks in the fighting in Pennsylvania, the aftermath of the battle, and a listing of black veterans attending the 75th Anniversary reunion.

Examines the history of the Battle of Gettysburg and why the battle was fought in the first place.

A historical story which captures the memories of the Battle of Gettysburg.

Presents an account of the Gettysburg Address and the events that led up to the historic speech, and includes six related activities.

The South had been winning up to the Battle of Gettysburg. So how did Union troops stop General Robert E. Lee's invasion of the North? The author asks the reader what they would do if faced with the important decisions that were made during the Civil War.

Discusses the events of the Battle of Gettysburg during the American Civil War.

The American Civil War was the sternest test yet for the young nation. The Civil War: 1856-1865 recounts the years of the conflict and how it impacted the development of the American nation. It includes the underlying causes, key events, and results of the Civil War, such as the emancipation of the slaves.

Presents a comprehensive examination of those who played a pivotal role on Little Round Top on the afternoon of July 2, 1863 at the Battle of Gettysburg including Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain, Private Billy Jordan from Alabama, Confederate General James Longstreet, Union Colonel Paddy O'Rorke, and others.