Tuesday, April 21, 2026

Gettysburg: The Second Day

These guides at Gettysburg are the absolute best! 

I can't wait to get back to the battlefield this year. Gettysburg was the turning point of the American Civil War. The battle involved over 160,000 soldiers combined, making it one of the largest battles ever fought in North America. Roughly 50,000 men were killed, wounded, or captured over 3 days. Some of the most famous fighting took place in the area described in this video. 

Anyone else just love watching experts at work who excel in their craft? I don't care whether it's a ridiculously detailed analysis of some Greek tense, obscure hiking trails, how to use a power tool, cooking, or whatever. Often the end product of their expertise has no value to me whatsoever, but the value comes with the effort and precision a true expert puts into their work. Thanks Kris, Doug, and Gary. You are truly outstanding in your field. 

Below: Some of my books on Gettysburg.