What Was the Battle of Gettysburg?
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| Rating | : | 4.65 (986 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0448462869 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 112 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-11-27 |
| Language | : | English |
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--Erin Anderson . From Booklist The What Was ? series provides introductory information on a host of historical topics, from the March on Washington to the California gold rush. This latest installment offers a strongly contextualized account of the bloodiest engagement of the Civil War and a mostly chronological discussion of the battle. The Battle of Gettysburg is a perennial hot topic in nonfiction, but with its upcoming sesquicentennial, interest is sure to be at an all-time high, and this book is an excellent primer of its key themes. Grades 4-7. Line drawings and maps along with actual photographs of key people, artifacts, and lan
So how did Union troops stop General Robert E. Lee's invasion of the North? With black-and-illustrations throughout and sixteen pages of photos, this turning point in history is brought vividly to life.. The South had been winning up to this point. "Four score and seven years ago" begins Abraham Lincoln's beautiful speech commemorating the three-day battle that turned the tide of the Civil War
Jim O'Connor is the author of several nonfiction books including Jackie Robinson and the Story of All-Black Baseball.
"Educational and entertaining." according to Jane Bleigh. I bought this book to read with my grandsons, ages 9 and 7, prior to their family's vacation to Gettysburg. It really helped them become more informed and interested about the Civil War and the Battle of Gettysburg.. Becky B said Good child guide to Gettysburg and the Civil War. My kids read this book on our way to Gettysburg, it was wonderful! They had good questions or our guide and were able to answer many of his questions from things they learned in the book.. "Terrible." according to Jaime Roman. Did not stick. Terrible.