The Battle of Gettysburg: The Country, the Contestants, the Results

"The Battle of Gettysburg: The Country, the Contestants, the Results" by W. C. Storrick, is a historical book that explores the Battle of Gettysburg, a very important fight during the American Civil War. The book looks closely at the location where the armies fought as well as each army's position, the techniques they used to try and win the conflict, and troop movements. Storrick knew a lot about the Gettysburg National Park Commission, which helps him offer a unique view of the battle. The book starts by explaining what happened right before the big battle, and how the Confederate and Union armies ended up facing each other. It explains General Lee's plans for invading the North and how both the Confederate and Union armies traveled to Gettysburg. Storrick also describes where the armies started out, who their leaders were, and the difficulties they dealt with, like keeping in touch and getting supplies. He makes it clear that Gettysburg was a huge moment in the Civil War, and that it would be a tough, important, and bloody fight with many consequences.