Journey Through Hallowed Ground: A Tour from Gettysburg to Monticello

by David Lillard, Journey Through Hallowed Ground

Travel down Route 15, the Old Carolina Road, from Gettysburg, PA to Monticello VA - 175 miles of more history than any road in America. Visit: The homes of six U.S. Presidents - Jefferson s Monticello, Madison s Montpelier, Monroe s Oak Hill and Ashlawn Highland, Zachary Taylor s home, and Eisenhower s Cottage. The home of General George Marshall where he wrote the Marshall Plan after World War II President Teddy Roosevelt s hunting cabin The largest collection of Civil War battlefields in the country Sites from Colonial times, the Revolutionary War, and the War of 1812 Sites from our Native American history: the Susquehannock and Iroquois tribes African American historical sites, including Underground Railroad Two World Heritage sites: Monticello and The Rotunda Numerous scenic rivers, roads, and landscapes 13 National Park units, and more. "Journey Through Hallowed Ground" explores the heritage, battlefields, scenery, and natural beauty of this historic Journey through Hallowed Ground. With descriptions of more than 100 sites along the 175 mile journey, the book contains a full-color map of the corridor, county-by-county guide to the sites, attractions and back roads; and Create Your Own Journey, 10-15 customized itineraries based on fun themes for families, romantic getaways, educational excursions, and countryside tourism.

288 pages, Paperback

First published October 12, 2006

Reviews

[Karen]

A fine travel book that covers the 175-mile route from Gettysburg, PA to Charlottesville, VA, scene to many Civil War events. I've heard of this trail many times in association with the ongoing 150th anniversary of Civil War events. I live in the area and was curious to see how detailed the coverage is. I found the book pleasant and easy to read, providing the essential details without weighing me down. It also throws in some good stops just slightly off the path, including cute small towns, places to eat or picnic, an interesting church, covered bridges, etc. I jotted down a few places I've missed seeing so that I can put them on my list of things to do with a free day or couple of days. A very enjoyable read. And surprise! a foreward by Geraldine Brooks, (former) resident of one of the amazing tiny towns along the way.