Artillery Terrain Walk Gettysburg Battlefield
Abstract
The Battle of Gettysburg was fought on the first three days of July in 1863. The artillery of both sides played a significant role in this battle. This project is designed to be a training aid and stimulus for thought as it leads the young artillerymen on a terrain walk of the battlefield. Stops ate at actual battery locations, and the reports of each particular action are read. These after action reports are the primary source of information presented. The objective of this walk is for today's artilleryman to learn from his 1863 counterparts and to have a greater appreciation for the Redlegs who fought in the Battle of Gettysburg. It is also desired that he recognize the similarities in the requirements of the 1863 artilleryman and his doctrine to those of his own.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 27, 1991
- Accession Number
- ADA236884
Entities
People
- Edward F. Irick Iii
Organizations
- United States Army War College