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ECW Weekender: Parker’s Crossroads Battlefield Park
Today is the anniversary of the December 31, 1862, battle of Parker’s Cross Roads in central Tennessee. The battle marks the culmination of Nathan Bedford Forrest’s west Tennessee campaign. Two Union forces converged on Forrest from opposite directions, forcing Forrest … Continue reading
ECW Weekender: Wreaths Across America 2021
On December 18, 2021, at more than 2,500 locations across the United States holiday wreaths will be placed on the graves of U.S. service members. While Arlington National Cemetery may be the most famous location of Wreaths Across America, many … Continue reading
ECW Weekender: The End of the Line
There is a line in the movie Gettysburg where General Strong Vincent says to Colonel Joshua L. Chamberlain, “You’re the end of the line.” Vincent has emphasized that the Maine unit occupies a key spot, and cannot withdraw or retreat. … Continue reading
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ECW Weekender: The Fox Cemetery & Trail
Not all who wander are looking for history, but for those who are…Fox Hollow Trail in Shenandoah National Park offers some real gems, investigative clues, and fuel for the imagination. When I started off on the mile long trail which … Continue reading
ECW Weekender: Texas Civil War Museum – The Largest Civil War Museum West of the Mississippi
“Everything is bigger in Texas,” so the saying goes. In terms of history, that holds true in some respects. Though there were few engagements on Texan soil during the Civil War, many soldiers traveled far from home to serve in … Continue reading
ECW Weekender: Upcoming Events at the Congressional Cemetery
As the end of October approaches, are you looking for a historic cemetery to explore? Or have you ever heard of a 5K race through an old graveyard? Located in Washington D.C., the Congressional Cemetery has been a marked burial … Continue reading
ECW Weekender: Cedar Creek Battle Anniversary
There’s a lot happening at Cedar Creek Battlefield in the Shenandoah Valley this weekend! Cedar Creek Battlefield Foundation is hosting a reenactment on Saturday, October 16 and Sunday, October 17. Details here: https://www.ccbf.us/ Cedar Creek & Belle Grove National Historical … Continue reading
ECW Weekender: Ball’s Bluff Battlefield Regional Park
A few weekends ago I need an escape where trees, water, and history could be found. With the 160th anniversary of the Battle of Ball’s Bluff coming up and since the 20th Massachusetts accidentally became my regiment of the year … Continue reading
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ECW Weekender: Pioneer Park Cemetery in Dallas, Texas
My brother and sister-in-law thought we were just stopping by the park in downtown Dallas, Texas to see the statues of the Longhorn cattle and the cowboys. To be honest, I thought that was the simple plan, too. Then, I … Continue reading
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ECW Weekender: The Morning Attack Trails at Cedar Creek Battlefield
Autumn is just around the corner, and before we know it, it will be the perfect weather for a drive to (or just through) Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley. It’s reported that peak leaf colors will likely be around October 11 this … Continue reading
