Tag Archives: 1st West Virginia Cavalry

A Monumental Controversy

Posted on September 5, 2017 by Jon-Erik Gilot

Today, we are pleased to welcome back guest author Jon-Erik Gilot The past few weeks have renewed a discussion – or shouting match – relating to the place and context of both Confederate and historical iconography currently dotting our parks … Continue reading →

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Elon Farnsworth: A “What If?” of Gettysburg

Posted on July 4, 2017 by Daniel Davis

154 years after the engagement ended, students and enthusiasts still debate the “what if?” questions related to the Battle of Gettysburg. What if Richard Ewell had captured Cemetery Hill on the first day? What if Meade had withdrawn from the … Continue reading →

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