Gettysburg: A Battlefield Guide

by Mark Grimsley, Brooks D. Simpson

Little Round Top, the Railroad Cut, Pickett’s Charge—these are the turning points within the most important battle of the Civil War. Even careful students of Gettysburg, however, can find themselves disoriented when visiting the site itself. Here, finally, is a convenient guide for serious student and casual visitor alike that makes plain the sweep of events and the geography of the battlefield.

 

This invaluable guidebook was created by scholars who have walked the battlegrounds, consulted with local experts and park guides, and studied the testimony left behind by the participants. Gettysburg will help you find all the important locales and understand what the participants saw in 1863, even if you have no prior knowledge of the battle. Designed to enhance the experience of both first-time and returning visitors, this guide can be used alone or as a supplement to a tour. Clearly written and illustrated with maps and photographs, this is the book to have when you explore Gettysburg.

Genres: Civil War, Battle Of Gettysburg, History

214 pages, Paperback

First published June 1, 1999

About the author

Areas of Expertise

US History to 1877
Military History
Human Conflict, Peace, and Diplomacy



Mark Grimsley is a faculty member and member of the history department at The Ohio State University.

Reviews

[Craig]

Good information, though now a bit outdated since it references the Cyclorama and old visitors center.

[Eric Burroughs]

Concise but no new information. A little dated since they use the cyclorama at Ziegler’s Grove as a reference

[Manuel]

3rd of 3 books i choose as introduction to the Battle at Gettysburg

Many maps. Texts break down into standard sections about each battle movement and what it resulted into

[Annie]

Very useful!

[Paul]

Good guide. I used this myself at Gettysburg. I have been fortunate to visit the National Park twice. Great place to walk the ground and feel the events.