Gettysburg Reflections by Edward W Thompson
Edward W Thompson writes in the Boston Transcript about Gettysburg as a poignant symbol of American democracy. He contrasts monumental monuments with nameless graves, recalls the three day battle, and laments forgotten heroes while praising the field’s enduring artistry and sacrifices.
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