your photo's reminded me of when Al & I went there a long time ago on one of our trips. It's an amazing place! We also liked Shiloh, if you haven't been there yet it's worth it too, not as big as this one though but still has lot's of history.

Pat

Seeing the pictures of Gettysburg really brought back many memories. Barb and I lived in Hanover and Fairfield, PA, both within a few short miles of Gettysburg, for a number of years. I always encouraged visitors to see "The Electric Map" before they went on tour as it really does give a wonderful over few of the events of the battle. Little Round Top over looking Devils Den is one of my favorite places on the battle field.

Pat, our visit to Gettysburg was very sobering, realizing the extent of what took place and attempting to grasp the "why." Yes, we have been to Shiloh a couple of times, since it is in between my hometown and Sharon's. It was nicknamed "bloody Shiloh."

Yes, Lee, the electric map really helps to put the timeline in perspective in reconstructing days of the Gettysburg battle. It's easy to see how much the terrain played an integral role in the outcome of many battles.

The park ranger told us a story about President Nixon's great, great grandfather and his role in the battle. It was also very interesting to note that the Southern forces approached from the North (after moving into Pennsylvania), while the Northern forces, protecting Washington D. C., approached Gettysburg from the South.