We’ll See You on the Battlefield: Devan’s Tips for Winter Battlefield Visits
The arrival of warmer weather is the clarion call of Civil War history. Unfolding leaves and blooming flowers trigger a joyful migration, as amateur historians and history enthusiasts make eager and long-awaited trips to the battlefields.
Spring and summer are synonymous with Civil War tourism. Whether inspired by the nostalgia of childhood road trips, or simply the practicalities of working life and favorable weather, hiking the battlefield under a summer sun just feels right.
Yet for those without a battlefield in their backyard, the push to make the most of this short window leaves a lot to be desired. In this Tips for Battlefield Visits video blog, ECW’s Devan Sommerville shares his secrets for winter battlefield tourism and why you should make your Civil War tourism a year-round activity:
