The Maps of Gettysburg
Archival Summary & Scope
Authored by acclaimed Civil War historian Bradley Gottfried, *The Maps of Gettysburg: An Atlas of the Gettysburg Campaign, June 3 – July 13, 1863* provides a unique and thorough cartographic study of this complex operation. This atlas features 144 detailed, full-page color maps, organized into thirty "action-sections" that break down the entire campaign from June 3 to July 13, 1863. Maps delve into regimental and battery-level detail, covering all marches, movements, and significant events. Each map is accompanied by a facing page of detailed text describing units, personalities, movements, and combat, enriched with eyewitness quotes. The book also includes extensive endnotes and a complete order of battle, making it an essential resource for serious students, casual readers, and battlefield visitors seeking to understand the Gettysburg Campaign.Categorization Notes
This literature has been indexed in the Read For Truth database under the primary pillar of American Civil War. It is cataloged here based on its relevance to established secondary research, thematic focus, and educational utility within this specific taxonomy.