Discovering the Locations of the Famous Photos of Gettysburg: Gettysburg 158 Live!

The Gettysburg battlefield was one of the most extensively photographed landscapes in history at the time of the Civil War. Join American Battlefield Trust Chief Historian Garry Adelman, as he walks you through the then and now of locating some of the most famous photographs of the battle.
This video is part of our battlefield tour series commemorating the 158th Anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg. You can view the entirety of the playlist here: • 158th Anniversary of G...
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[@cmiller215]

There are so many identifying rocks at Gettysburg that are seen in old photographs....they just make you feel that much more connected to that horrible event. When you can still identify every crack in a giant rock that hasn't changed from that day 158 years ago and realize you are in the EXACT spot its such a surreal moment.

[@fredwood8158]

"The last thing I saw, as I lay on the field with my comrades, was the sky so blue and the clouds so very white. The last thing I heard was the wind in the trees and birds singing. The last thing I tasted was my own bitter blood, the smell of the powder smoke, the heat of the Sun. I would that I pass beyond, in my own bed, in comfort and love, but that was not to be my fate, I have fallen on the field of trial and from this place, I look my last upon the the world of men that God made for us. My last thought, as the pain passed and the darkness came was, how beautiful is this place , where last I touched the Earth."

[@BurnedSpace]

beautiful

[@machinistmikethetinkerer4827]

Really made me think. Been to Gettysburg and I could feel, almost hear it. Very very profound and will never forget it. Your words, sir or quoted? Well written.

[@edited7382]

This is as beautiful as it is tragic. Was this found on a dead soldier?

[@fredwood8158]

@@edited7382 No, just in response to the story.

[@machinistmikethetinkerer4827]

@@fredwood8158 so you wrote them? That's pretty good stuff my friend.

[@jamesbelmont3603]

Amazed by the energy and enthusiasm of these historians. Thank you.

[@EgoFiveFiveSix]

it's always very sobering when one can identify the exact spot that soldiers died or were buried.

[@MajesticSkywhale]

i was touring a site in west virginia where there's a small area near some trees with fencing labelled "Confederate soldiers" just a mass grave in the middle of the woods

[@michaelvaughn8864]

I was at Gettysburg 6 years ago with my brother-in-law, (sis' hubby) and a cousin by marriage, Mr. McClure. We were standing with a tour guide on Little Round Top who told us the alleged spot of where Lt. Hazlett / Gen. Weed were both shot dead by a Confederate sniper poised at the base of Devil's Den

[@mitchd949]

Grew up in Lancaster, PA, and as a Boy Scout we hiked and camped in Gettysburg. We carried all our gear, camped in canvas tents, cooked on open fires, hiked all over battlefields, explored Devil's Den, etc. Of course nobody had cell phones - we were truly one with the land, and it was a powerful and humbling feeling when we realized it wasn't all that long ago that young men not much older than us were fighting and dying all over the land we walked upon. I wouldn't trade those experiences for anything.

[@richardglady3009]

I own three Frassanito books, including this one. His Antietam book is my favorite. Thank you for this video and showing this area. One of the things I have observed, both through your videos and my own travels, is the fact that the most ordinary looking of locations, can be the most amazing/historical/dramatic of locations. This is true of any battlefield. One of the things Frassanito does best is to remind the reader that bodies were people. The freedom we celebrated yesterday was bought with the lives of those people. Thank you for this wonderful video.

[@DylansPen]

Time is something to behold. Imagine having photos of all the Roman battlefields, thousands of them, hacked to death by metal weapons, how horrific that would look. And they too had lives, were breathing that morning, eating breakfast, maybe writing to a loved one. All those men are lost to time. But they lived real lives as vibrantly as we do and as people will 150 years from now or 2,000 years from now. And many that aren't aware of where this field of grass is or what took place there walked through it without a wandering thought.

[@bkohatl]

Frassanito is one of the great historians. I first read his book when I about 10-years-old in the 1970's and fell in love with history.

[@valentinius62]

You sound like me, around the same age, maybe a few years younger. _Gettysburg, A Journey In Time_ totally blew me away when I got it back then. So unlike the other Civil War books I had been reading. Cheers, Brother!

[@stevensimonson282]

I bought Frassanito's book in 1976 when I was 15, on my first trip to Gettysburg. I was fascinated. It started a life-long fascination with the battlefield. I have been to this spot. Realizing that every one of these men was a son, a brother, a husband, a father, and that their loved ones back home waited for word from them that they were OK after this terrible battle... and that word never came. Chilling.

[@briand4000]

57,670 sunrises ago, this field was awash in violence, terror and death. Today, it is quiet, lush and living. Thank you for this wonderful series.

[@daveenyart]

I can't begin to tell you how appreciative I am that you figured out the sunrises.

[@71avalon36]

He sounds like he's probably forgotten more about the battle than most people even know.

[@FoulWeatherFriend385]

Agreed. He’s the kind of historian you’d want as a guide.

[@noway2708]

So what, you really need to comment on that?

[@michaelvaughn8864]

@@FoulWeatherFriend385 The seemingly most knowledgeable guide I've come across is Matt Atkinson, Mr. Fields👌 He's totally on point and is most cognizant in detail about Gettysburg's history as a community and the pivotal turning point locale of the Civil War, sir.

[@chuckfan1]

@@noway2708 Yes, yes he does Do YOU really need to make an ignorant classless comment on THAT?

[@paulmidi9207]

We’re the bodies exhumed at some point? If so when? We’re there weapons repeating rifles? Think of going into battle knowing you will be buried where you fall!

[@RealityOrganized]

"... we can not dedicate-we can not consecrate-we can not hallow-this ground. The brave men, living and dead, who struggled here, have consecrated it, far above our poor power to add or detract." Great job Garry and team.

[@gunner5050]

Just finished viewing this video with a tear in my eye. A sadness and rejoicing for these brave men who so sacrificed for future generations. They answered the call. There is much respect and gratitude in my heart for all involved. God bless these brave souls and their families and God bless America.

[@lisapratt166]

Too bad America is torn to bits with wine liberal BS and forsaking those who died here.

[@freedomisslavery6840]

@@lisapratt166 Yep, they sacrificed themselves for nothing in the end. America is finished.

[@jasonwilliams4159]

@@freedomisslavery6840 then leave.

[@dr.buzzvonjellar8862]

Two types of American Civil War soldiers. (1) Those who fought to defend human enslavement. (2) Those who fought against human enslavement. That’s the story. Every thing else is romanticism. There is nothing romantic about young dead men.'

[@michaelvaughn8864]

@@lisapratt166 Not necessarily so, Ms. Pratt. The brave troops who fell at Gettysburg and at all other Civil War battlegrounds will never be forgotten as Americans, not as Rebels & Yanks

[@jameskavanagh4315]

Wow, how humbling. May these places never be desecrated.

[@michaelvaughn8864]

They'll be preserved as a historical endeavor, Mr. Kavanagh

[@valentinius62]

This is something I disagree with General Lee on. ALL of these places where soldiers fought or were otherwise historically important should be preserved. There's plenty of other places to build strip malls. And the way that Washington has shown time and again that they can print trillions to keep Wall Street afloat, for foreign governments, and other assorted BS, they can foot the bill and maintain these places on behalf of We the People. Having to acquire private donations to preserve Americana from the USS _Constitution_ on up is not only miserly, but shows a total disregard for our history despite the speeches they give once a year on Memorial Day.

[@michaelvaughn8864]

@@valentinius62 Well, sir, that's the textbook definition of financial mismanagement. If you open up a Webster's Dictionary and look up the term, there'll surely be a pic of Capitol Hill next to it😕 The reason business encroaches itself on federally preserved land is simply bc someone in D.C. is most likely getting a campaign contribution from that same developer who's looking to build either a strip mall or housing complex of sorts. It's basically a 1 hand washing the other kickback, sir. That's economics for you. If there's big bucks involved, it's gonna happen👍

[@grandspringdale1564]

If the democrats have they way this AND Arlington will destroyed🤨

[@garygemmell3488]

I've been to Gettysburg. It is one of the quietest places I've ever been. Even kids know better than to shout. The place and what happened there demands respect from all who visit.

[@astaboy]

Of all the places on the Battlefield, this area has always hand the biggest emotional impact whenever I visit.

[@matthewmiller9526]

Amazing how similar the field is even after 158 years. I have been there many times, was there maybe 6 weeks ago and there were horses grazing in the Rose’s yard, beautiful place.

[@michaelvaughn8864]

Likewise, Mr. Miller. It's been about 6 years past since I was last there. The field hasn't changed much over the years

[@dpmaine]

He did say the park service has done a wonderful job restoring / returning the fields and tree lines to the time period

[@michaelvaughn8864]

@@dpmaine True. When I was there last in the spring of '16, there were landscaping crews out at the base of Culp's Hill trimming / pruning back dead tree branches. They've done an incredibly amazing job of keeping the park maintained well👍 Kudos to them guys

[@michaelvaughn8864]

@@dpmaine 5 years, not 6, when I last went to Gettysburg. My bad😔

[@rufiorufioo]

I grew up about a hour away and went to Gettysburg many times over the years. Vicious battles and insane casualties there. Crazy to think about how much blood was drained into the earth there.

[@andycarpenter7521]

What a treasure you are Gary and your team and everyone involved in Battlefield Trust. Also, all the other so important organizations that preserve and maintain these historic locations. I am so glad I found this channel. I love American history and especially the Cival War. I want to become a active member of this organization. Love the videos and highly respect all of the narration. I wish I had the talent to express myself the way you guys do! This Series has made my 4th of July weekend very special!

[@resnonverba137]

Spelling 'civil' correctly would be a great start.

[@jamrom5429]

This person did an outstanding job giving is insight and knowledge to a much overlooked aspect of war... death. My wife and I visited the Gettysburg Battlefield last September, and Antietam the year before. Just a breath-taking experience. I've been to the European battlefields of WWI and WWII, and even a few WWII in the Pacific... nothing stopped me short like Gettysburg did. Mostly because it was in our own backyards and the stories behind these battles were horrendous. Modern rifling in the gun barrels and ancient Musket style troop movements. Accurate weapons against walls of targets much like the MG in WWI, and heavy bombs in WWII. Please take time to see these amazing places and stop to appreciate what was sacrificed for the history of our great Nation. You will never be the same afterwards.

[@lashtal]

what an INCREDIBLE teacher, WOW. This guy was BORN FOR THIS

[@markysspotlight2472]

This place should be a national treasure made into a monument where we as Americans can pay our respects! Not to mention deep rooted history that needs to be taught to our children!

[@d.aardent9382]

That is so eerie for some reason seeing the same boulders looking just the same as in the old photos taken on the battle days. Well, ive been to several of the cw battlefields and its just eerie feeling anyway walking around in earthworks and fields landmarks. Where so many died.

[@beerye9331]

Thank You. I always appreciate the "Now and Then" historical presentations.

[@fredwild190]

It's important to note that the area was wooded and overgrown when William Frassanito discovered the split rock in a remote area of the battlefield in 1967. The site looked nothing like it did in the 1863 photographs or does now since the Park Service cleared it. Great Honor and Praise to William Frassanito for a magnificent piece of historical research and field work and for his book returning the area to historical light.

[@toddtheref]

Absolutely stunning video. I’ve seen those pictures hundreds of times, but as I saw the actual locations unveiled here, a sobering feeling came over me. Thank you for doing this!

[@fatheremmons85]

Fantastic job. My dad got me hooked on the Civil War at the age of 8. Gettysburg had just come out. I vividly remember sitting down and watching it with him. The name's and the music branded themselves into my mind forever. It had a massive impact on me. He had ton's of book's on the Civil War and I used to sit around and just turn thru pages looking at all the soldier's. I became obsessed, even at that age. I used to get so mad bc I desperately wanted nothing more than to go back im time and watch it all play out with my own eye's and knew it would never happen. I find it to be a very peculiar thing to have such strong feeling's about this war, and the men that fought in it, at the age I had them. Still do to this day. Can't explain it. To look at all the picture's and read and hear their account's of their experience's is truly tragic. Just an overwhelming feeling of panic, horror, and sadness they must have felt while living this whole thing out.

[@timfrye3586]

The dead fell so quick, but placing a name and story to them is work that still goes on.

[@valentinius62]

I still can't believe that governments on both sides didn't mandate a simple thing like an identity tag. Burying the dead with dignity and with a name and a marker was a very big deal back then (cremation was rare), so this lack of interest still befuddles me.

[@theforester3474]

That was an eye opener for me and the presenter really held my interest.

[@archieguitarz4700]

I was there today and there are several unmarked paths leading to the fence. After missing it the first time we drove back around and managed to find the break in the fence. Not an actual break, but more a zig zag to keep the horses in. The path is across the road from the Connecticut monument and before you reach the 53'd Pennsylvania on Brook Ave. Definitely worth checking out but aside from the horses, be aware there are ticks in the area. I'm only saying this cause I found one crawling on my shirt after I left.

[@cowpiestuff]

The zig zag is to not need a gate or gap to go through a fence but instead use the cattle gap which cattle and horses can't bend their bodies to get through. We have several on our property.

[@cwb0051]

Thank You Garry and Chris for giving an "on this spot" view of the Battlefield and Remembering these Brave Solders...God Bless You and All the solders, May they Rest In Peace...

[@michaelw1456]

Fantastic Job. Thank you. With the all out assaults on American history by a segment of our society, we need folks like this gentleman who have details embedded in memory. Teach the next generation so its never forgotten.

[@undergroundunlimited2282]

Thank you for sharing. I respect your knowledge and passion.

[@mikelaughlin4789]

Garry You are a born teacher, passionate and so knowledgeable about your field. Really interesting.

[@christophercsm32]

Dying for what's right and what you believe can't be wrong!!

[@richiephillips1541]

I had ancestors who fought at Gettysburg on both sides and I'm proud of them all.

[@edited7382]

I have relatives who are fighting on both sides of the current civil war and I'm not proud of any of them.

[@dcash7018]

I had 5 and all Union.

[@charliec5449]

I'm amazed the terrain looks the same in so many places on that field as it did 158 years ago. Excellent video, I really enjoyed it.

[@jonathanallard2128]

It's being preserved to that effect.

[@jdaleb]

@@jonathanallard2128 The tree lines the boulders. Who preserves them ?

[@jonathanallard2128]

@@jdaleb The American Battlefield Trust. The very same organization that brought you this video. Now I don't think the boulders require much upkeep ;) but the tree line, yeah.

[@marksauck8481]

I’m getting old and one thing I have on my bucket list is to tour Gettysburg. Would like to see all the civil war battlefields but lack of energy and age are limiting me now. I did visit the battle of the Little Big Horn and took in a tour of that whole area in Montana a few years ago. Learned a lot and found out how much of that history was screwed up by Hollywood movies.

[@jessiec1194]

You must go. We went Fall of ‘19. Three days, not remotely enough time, had a private driving tour as I was using a cane. The park service place was the longest walk there.

[@rebelsoul5980]

Just went to Gettysburg over 4th of July weekend, you must visit!! A LOT to see though and if you are not familiar with anything it is hard to navigate around. I will be going many more times now!! God Bless

[@ptrekboxbreaks5198]

Where do you live? I live in PA thankfully and not far from valley forge, the site of revolutionary war battles...I grew up off 724 which at the time was used for troop advancement to valley forge and it was documented that the soldiers would camp along the creek that went behind my house and the old cabin at end of our street had george Washington stay in it during the battles...crazy stuff

[@michaelvaughn8864]

It's what Hollywood does with big screen and big budgeted films, Mr. Sauck. It vigorously distorts history and reshapes it. Not much of it is accurate

[@michaelvaughn8864]

It's done in the interest of entertainment, sir

[@paulstan9828]

It amazes me how many years of research people put into analyzing the battle of Gettysburg. Helping us over a century later to travel back in time to be able to understand what happened there.

[@Dive-Bar-Casanova]

I read about it my entire life. Bought all the books and devoured them many times. When I finally visited it I realized in all that I had barely covered 5% of what happened.

[@paulstan9828]

@@Dive-Bar-Casanova I understand what you are saying. I did the same thing. Thought I had a really good bead on what happened there. After visiting I realized how little I knew. These videos make me realize even more so.

[@paulstan9828]

👍😁

[@tdunph4250]

Had the absolute pleasure of visiting Gettysburg with my wife in 2018! Did the tour, did EVERYTHING!! It was an amazing time. Loved this video!! Thank you from your friends in Ontario, Canada!

[@MrButtonpresser]

I could listen to this guy all day. Fascinating.

[@MrFrikkenfrakken]

This is a perfect companion to the marvelous video in the National Cemetery on July 4. The neatly trimmed grass, uniform markers and monuments somewhat mask the moment when the soldier at rest met his fate and these images presented here do just that. Even considering they were moved for burial and 'posed' for some of the photographs the impact is there, easily you could imagine charging by those boulders and a volley of fire drop everyone around you - chilling and a moment to ponder simultaneously.

[@johnsutton9540]

Simply one of the finest presentations on this subject. The way you put it all in context. Thank you for taking us there.

[@sandramosley2801]

I love the condition of that book. Thank you for all your hard work. My Dad was a photographer (every day), and he was not only fascinated by your work, but related to it. He thought the explanation “Well you have to do that to get THE SHOT” covered everything! (Which it does, doesn’t it?) Dad was ex-military, Aerial Map instructor, for the Navy Air Force.

[@LuckysLair]

Thank you both, I greatly enjoy your work Gary. My grandmother first took me to Gettysburg at around age 7. It spurred a lifelong interest in history and reading

[@martindriver6026]

I had the opportunity to meet Mr Fransanito in 2019 in gettysburg, it was by accident was having a cocktail and he walked in. Started a interesting conversation, he was so kind to sign my book " then and now". probably once in a lifetime opportunity.

[@brucebieber3692]

I was leafing through this book at a local G.B. watering hole and a man across the way introduced himself as the author. We spoke for three hours, probally to the dismay of the innkeeper. As this was my first ever visit to G.B., the opportunity to meet Mr.F. was an absolute honor. So much knowledge and true conviction he has representing the history of this battle and documentation of it all was amazing. I'm hooked on history!!! I have been back every year since meeting Mr.F.

[@chrismarshall8855]

Thank you for this video. Not only does it inform and provide context of what we look at when we are visiting the battlefield, it motvates me to visit the battlefield one more time.

[@genearbogast7525]

Excellent continuation of the work of the photographer and other historians

[@valentinius62]

Frassanito published his book almost 50 years ago, so vegetation has certainly changed some since the 1970s. That to me is of interest in of itself, but time for some updating. Also good to see in color and with camera panning.

[@Echowhiskeyone]

What I find most interesting and fun, is finding the locations of old photos. A few years back, my mother was at an auction and got a box of glass negatives of the local area. It was fun, figuring out where the photos were taken from and what they were of. Some building still there, some not. One was of an old baseball game, another of a family outing, and another of a barn that burned down around 1900.

[@BamaDanKnives]

One of my favorite videos from Battlefield trust

[@northdakotaham1752]

A mind boggling contrast: those who sacrificed their lives so others could enjoy freedom compared to those who mindlessly compromise that freedom away, never to be regained.

[@dwightminnich2722]

I so admire what the American Battlefield Trust has done to preserve this sacred ground, and this is probably one of my favorite videos. To stand at a location where such important history took place, holding photographs that enable you to go back in time, even for just a moment, is a dream many people will never experience. Thank you Garry..

[@stewartj3407]

I’ve seen that last photo many times. In my mind I always pictured it in the Pickett’s charge area, really cool to finally see exactly where he came to rest, and the fact it was probably wildlife that did most of the damage.

[@Resenbrink]

Fantastic job. Good use of the original photos. Can see your genuine interest and knowledge. Thanks for a great video. I love revisiting the sit of historical photos.

[@michaelpatterson2955]

Garry, you are a true scholar. For those of us who have studied the battle for years, your expertise is a refresher course. For those just now getting into this fascinating study, you are an inspiring, enthusiastic teacher. You are appreciated, and I hope you will continue to bring us these wonderful videos. By the way, my wife and I are about to celebrate our fiftieth (!) wedding anniversary. We came to Gettysburg on our honeymoon in August 1971. It never grows old, though we do.

[@Brad56443]

Great presentation…really helps to bring the battle to life..thank you

[@earlyriser8998]

tough way to start the day....but I appreciate the way you handle this sensitive subject

[@mj28inpa]

Fascinating yet haunting! Love this! Thank you!

[@gc4644]

Excellent job lining things up with the photos. Would love to visit Gettysburg one day..

[@TheBabashee]

ALL the ACW battlefield guides I’ve encountered are somewhat like this guy: knowledgeable, highly motivated, and just plain nice. The staff at other NPS historic sites likewise.

[@Hipnosis65]

Your enthusiasm for this really shines through. I really enjoyed this, but it also gave me chills imagining you standing in those places so clearly marked in the photos. I would like to visit Gettysburg.

[@michaelmorgan9824]

All I can say is thank you for the video! Words fail when looking at these photos may they Rest In Peace. Thank you American Battlefield Trust you are truly amazing when explaining the past especially for us in California!

[@BroMark1611]

Excellent video. My WWII Naval Officer Pilot dad took my teenage brother and myself out for a weekend of camping at Gettysburg from his Moorestown, NJ funeral home. I am now a Vietnam combat vet and was trained to respect all the dead, especially the military. This video pays proper tribute and should be a high school history class mandated viewing. I lived in the deep south over thirty years of my life and viewing this well done piece was a pleasure. Thank you for your fine investigative work and a perfect presentation of it. btw - Kudos to the fireplace first person returning the rock, and the second stolen occurrence is no different than vandals overturning grave markers in a cemetery.

[@cowpiestuff]

I agree. Just look at what BLM vandals did to the Lion Memorial Monument in the Atlanta cemetery recently.

[@BAKER83]

Admire thos guy's passion for what he does.....Excellent!

[@fryuppe]

Brilliant work Garry, and Battlefield Trust colleagues. This United Kingdom citizen pays homage at this spot on every battlefield visit. Considering the weight of history at this extraordinary location, other than the sounds of nature, and the distant traffic on the Emmitsburg Road, it is a very silent spot. It is such a privilege to be able to sit in the shade of the tree near to the site of the photographers' wagon, and to marvel at the legacy of the gift left to us by Gardner, O'Sullivan and Gibson.

[@takyram96]

Your love of photography and your detailed study of it is amazing Gary. Thank you for sharing. It really brings to life the both the horror and sacrifice. It also brings home the civilian experience. To see these things outside your front door or to have to clean up after a battle, it’s pretty heartbreaking.

[@shaw9881]

Extraordinary video, Thank you. Gary has gotten his money’s worth out of that book. Gotta find one.

[@jaypickett3552]

This was as good if not better than any presentation I’ve ever seen on this subject. Clear, concise and articulate. Nicely done, young man!

[@DavidVanmeterDutch]

We should all hope to have this much energy and passion for something in life.

[@K3VIN21]

Crazy to think there were so many other battles going on in world at the same time !!!! R.I.P to all the soldiers That couldn’t make it home to there love ones !

[@scottmattern482]

You do know the losing side was trying to keep slavery legal? You're sad they died? Huh...

[@chiptenor]

Excellent and sensitive presentation! Thank you.

[@catrionahenderson7759]

Sensitively done. Thankyou. Especially at this time in history. From Australia.

[@FlyingAroundOz]

Garry epitomizes the knowledge and passion about this battlefield that we encountered from the other guides while we were there. Gettysburg is a very solemn place and I was quite moved by it. We spent 4 days in the museum and around the battlefield. I didn't remember much about it from the history I was taught in school. I think it is imperative for every American to visit this place of horror and history. Those who are even now pushing the same ideologies that were fought over in this war should recognize that the majority of the country will not stand for it and will fight to the death to defend our nation's Democracy from those who would destroy it.

[@keithrayeski3147]

There are no words. I know I am among many, who are so grateful for this video. I’ve been to Gettysburg many, many times…but I’ve never been there. That will change this year. I have some of those books, three I believe, but the location was never clear to me. My profound thanks to you and all the forces that have both preserved AND restored these sites. Your commentary, particularly at the end, is epic in my mind. Of all your videos I’ve watched with great passion, this one, took my breath! Hallowed ground it is without question, for all the poignant words you spoke.

[@tint661]

My father in law had the same book you have. We spent a day doing the same thing years ago. He has passed on but I still remember the day. Seeing those pictures and standing on the very ground those pictures were taken, puts things into perspective. The other pictures of the Devil's Den and the bottom of Little Round top are easier to visit.

[@fredwild190]

My wife gave me William Frassanito's "Gettysburg - A Journey in Time" book in the '70s. I remember the great sense of connection and discovery soon afterwards when I found the helmet-shaped rock on the Rose Farm. I've returned many times to show the site to friends and family. So sad that someone stole the rock (twice) and defaced history. Thank you for a great video at one of the greatest historical sites in the country.

[@UDPride]

Love it. Visited the old Gettysburg museum and then the new one several years ago that replaced it. Ive been to hundreds of museums military and otherwise and its one of the five best Ive ever visited. Its extraordinary in terms of the number of authentic relics and exhibits and storytelling. The Gettysburg interpretive field guides also do a great job.

[@JPP-ej5wp]

Great job again this year Gary and team

[@darrellborland119]

Very nice history lesson. My hat's off to your knowledge! I am a researcher of Andrew J. Russell, Civil War Captain and happened to be the only photographer on the Union Army payroll. He took photo's of action' and body's after. And, he took the most famous photo of the 19th Century, at Promontory Summit. His "Wedding of the Rails" was attributed to Charles Savage, who took a similar photo to Russell's but was not as well composed. This error was recognized by the 100th celebration of the Promontory event. Thanks, again.

[@Goffas_and_gumpys]

Love the passion, and the info. Great video mate, cheers.

[@Bobby8451]

Love his enthusiasm.

[@americanschweitzer45]

This is so awesome! I’ve been out to this field lining up the photos and couldn’t have done it without William Frassanito!

[@lakotawise3720]

Thank You For Sharing, Awesome !! Garry Adelman And Chris

[@JayTee0007]

Wow, what a history lesson. Thank you. My great great great uncle fought at Gettysburg. He was from Beaver County Pennsylvania. I am in my sixties.

[@essbe7158]

Another amazing video. Really looking forward to going to the battlefield one day, but every day American Battlefield Trust teaches me something.

[@dadsongs]

This video, maybe even more than the others in this series, is a reminder of how horrible the war was, while always honoring those who made the sacrifices. Thanks again to Gary, Chris and the others, and the American Battlefield Trust.

[@dipdo7675]

And the horrific cost of slavery was borne by many!!

[@531ff]

Gary is an amazing historian . Very well done !

[@10MMRUT]

Hey man this is honestly incredible. Great work!

[@leonardgordon1748]

Thank you for covering this important subject. Your coverage helps us to understand all the angles of this terrible war.

[@jayuihlein1664]

A master story teller. Fascinating to listen to. As a CW reenactor for 22 years he taught me more than I could imagine. Thank you.

[@et1965]

Great video. I am Australian but have always wanted to visit these fields just to take in the places such a terrible tragedy took place. Let hope it never happens again. With respect from down under.

[@daveshoemaker261]

Thanks Gary and team this really brings history back alive. Keep up the great work.

[@TooStonedToBobsled]

Interesting to see in the battlefield photos that most of the grass is flattened down but a lot of the areas Garry is walking the grass is almost knee high at roughly the same time of the year. Indicates how much foot traffic there was in the field, during and after the battle.

[@johnt.kennedy3856]

Animals grazed there.

[@nicholasdavies6264]

Fascinating! Thank you !

[@kirstenannemacdonald2143]

Amazing information thank you 😊

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Ive Stood right next to that Cracked Stone on Rose Farm twice in my lifetime. When i was 16 & when i was 45. The first time was difficult to find the Rock because Trees had grown in the area. The second time they had cleared the trees. The hard part was getting over the Fence at 45 yrs old. about broke my ankle getting over it. Gettysburg is the most Incredible place ive ever been. I found the Rose Woods stone using the Frassanito book Gettysburg: A Journey in Time.

[@benjaminharold5154]

Great presentation. Thank you.

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Thank you for showing this, very moving!

[@Saurous3098]

Great job....the now and then photos really give you a sense of the reality of it.