Surprising and interesting facts about the Battle of Gettysburg help you become an instant expert. Why it began, how it was fought, who was in command, what the soldiers experienced, and the aftermath of the fighting--all described in concise and vivid detail.

100 surprising and interesting facts about the Battle of Gettysburg help you become an instant expert. In July 1863, two American armies fought a 3-day battle that would shape the future of the young country. Why the conflict began, how it was won and how it was lost, what the soldiers experienced, who was in command, the aftermath of the horrific fighting--are all described in vivid and poignant detail. Solid information presented in a fun-to-read format.