Quote:
Originally Posted by finnbow
I've been to Gettysburg battlefield numerous times and am awestruck each time I go. I haven't been since they've torn the tower down and built the new visitor's center though. Equally mind-blowing (maybe even more so) is Antietam battlefield. Gettysburg remains the bloodiest battle ever fought in the western hemisphere and Antietam remains the single bloodiest day in American history. Both are about 45 minutes from where I live.
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by Dondilion
It is a shame.....I have not been there. I should plan for next year.
|
Same here, Pat. We went to both battlefields on the same day back in the early '70s. Somber and awestruck experiences. Chilling for a teenager wondering if Vietnam was in my near future.
Go Don, it is worth the trip and may I recommend doing it in the Fall during apple harvest time. Try the cider.
