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Tag Archives: James A. Garfield National Historic Site
Civil War Archaeology
Discover what archaeology can teach us about the US Civil War, and learn what techniques archaeologists use to study battlefields and other conflict zones. Rebekah Knaggs, an archaeologist by degree and park ranger at James A. Garfield National Historic Site, explains how … Continue reading
Antietam: The Bloodiest Day in US History
In fewer than 12 hours, 23,000 Union and Confederate soldiers died, wounded, or were missing during the Battle of Antietam. It still stands as the single most fatal day in US history. Todd Arrington, site manager of James A. Garfield … Continue reading
Major Battles of the Civil War: The Atlanta Campaign
The Battle of Atlanta didn’t just give the Union a major military victory, it saved Abraham Lincoln’s presidency. You can learn all about the difficult, dangerous, and decisive Atlanta campaign from our friends at James A. Garfield National Historic Site. Our … Continue reading
The Battle of Gettysburg
About a third of the soldiers who fought in Gettysburg became casualties during three pivotal days of the US Civil War. Todd Arrington, site manager of James A. Garfield National Historic Site and a Gettysburg native, talks about the history, … Continue reading
Juneteenth: The Historical Significance of June 19
Juneteenth is an American holiday that commemorates the announcement of the abolition of slavery in Texas on June 19, 1865. But it’s come to have a broader meaning, celebrating the freedom of all black slaves. The date became even more important … Continue reading
