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This was a picture I took of the Gettysburg battlefield. I am still amazed at how terrible history textbooks and books in general are when trying to describe a place as massive as this. I remember standing there amazed that I was standing on the same ground where hundreds of Americans (Union and Confederate) gave their lives for what they thought was right. It is amazing to see the seemingly endless field, covered with the occasional rocks and zigzagging fences.
I thought it was awesome to actually be in the town of Gettysburg, and being able to see the bullet holes and impacts of cannon balls on the sides of the buildings that are still standing. Or to stand in the graveyard, in the exact spot where President Lincoln gave his Gettysburg address.
Oh, and walking up the side of Little Round Top - amazing. Being able to see where Colonel Chamberlain charged down the side of the hill, causing the Confederates to be routed on the Third day.
And to look upon the field in this picture; where Pickett's Charge happened. It was awesome to see it but sad to think about it - as hundreds of American soldiers were slaughtered on this field.
All I can say is, I hope that one day I can go to all the Battle Field Memorials across the United States. The more history the better, haha.
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