Tag Archives: Burnside Bridge

The Collapse of a Battlefield Landmark: Antietam’s Middle Bridge

Posted on November 29, 2019 by Kevin Pawlak

Whether they are well-studied or just passersby, both sets of visitors alike typically want to ensure they see one thing during their visit to Antietam National Battlefield: the Burnside bridge. And why not? The stories there are compelling, it is … Continue reading →

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Benning’s Breastworks at the Burnside Bridge

Posted on January 28, 2019 by Kevin Pawlak

People visiting the Antietam battlefield often wonder why the Confederate defenders did not entrench or build breastworks to strengthen their positions. After all, Antietam’s landscape is not marred by miles of trenches and extant earthworks. “Why not?” they wonder. Answering … Continue reading →

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