American Battlefield Trust

Listen in as we tour the grounds of the most iconic building in the City of Vicksburg, the Old Courthouse, which hosted Ulysses S. Grant on July 4, 1863, in the newest episode of our podcast, Boom Goes the History!

🎧 Listen now: spoti.fi/45XT3rJ

When 32-year-old Faith Trumbull witnessed the violence and carnage at the Battle of Bunker Hill in June of 1775, her life was forever changed. After falling into a deep depression, Faith died in November of that same year. Read about Faith's story: bit.ly/4ihvMUO

Mathew Brady This is a biography of Union Civil War photographer Mathew Brady. He is often referred to as the father of photojournalism.

Mathew Brady is often considered the father of American photojournalism for his extensive coverage of the Civil War. Hoping to provide complete documentation of the war, Brady assembled a team of photographers to convey the stark realities of war to Americans.

Learn more: bit.ly/455xQvL

Richard Lushington was born in Charleston, SC, to a Quaker family. Despite his faith’s commitment to non-violence, Lushington joined the Patriot cause. His unit, “The Company of Free Citizens,” fought on the front lines of the Battle of Port Royal Island & in the Siege of Charleston: bit.ly/3T8fq6b

Episode 1: Soldiers and Religion Historian George Rable answers questions about the importance of religion during the Civil War, including how faith helped motivate soldiers on both sides.

In the series premier of our podcast "Civil War Curious," historian George Rable answers questions about the significance of religion during the Civil War—especially its importance to Union and Confederate soldiers. Sponsored by our friends at @battlefields.org. Listen here: bit.ly/4kAo0qJ

Milliken's Bend The American Battlefield Trust's brief summary of the June 7, 1863 Battle of Milliken's Bend, Louisiana, a part of the Vicksburg Campaign

The Battle of Milliken’s Bend was fought on June 7, 1863. Prior to the battle U.S. Grant established supply bases & depots on the Yazoo River north of Vicksburg, MS, to feed his army. Several newly recruited Black regiments defended their position as Confederates attacked. Learn more: bit.ly/3HC2xie

The southern end of the Vicksburg Battlefield receives less attention from visitors, but that does not take away from its beautiful landscape & historical importance. Join Garry Adelman & Dr. Chris Mackowski for a recap of the action surrounding the Railroad Redoubt & more: spoti.fi/3HoHUpW

Cold Harbor | June 1, 1864 BATTLE MAP | American Battlefield Trust’s map of the Battle of Cold Harbor, Virginia on June 1, 1864

Just 9 miles outside of Richmond, Gen. Philip Sheridan’s cavalry seized a vital crossroads in Hanover County, VA on May 31, 1864, beginning the Battle of Cold Harbor. Early #OnThisDay June 1, Sheridan’s troopers repelled Gen. Richard Anderson’s First Corps before help arrived. More: bit.ly/3Sw3VW2

YouTube video by American Battlefield Trust Step Into the Battle of Antietam | Civil War Then & Now

Join Garry Adelman as he visits Antietam National Battlefield to document the locations of four famous photographs of the bloodiest day in American History.

youtu.be/fbnppBSNAMU?...

Chelsea Creek The Battle of Chelsea Creek, fought on May 27–28, 1775, was the second military engagement of the Boston Campaign and the first in which colonial forces...

The 2nd military engagement of the Boston Campaign, the Battle of Chelsea Creek, started May 27, 1775. In the marshy estuary between Chelsea and modern-day Revere, MA, colonial militias sought to seize livestock & supplies from British-held Noddle’s and Hog Islands.

💡 Learn more: bit.ly/4mGbWpl

Thanks for the shout-out and glad you enjoyed the video!

We are approaching a major milestone in our mission to preserve America’s sacred battlegrounds: 60,000 acres! Right now, there is an urgent opportunity to save 1,099 acres tied to three critical Civil War sites: Chickasaw Bayou, Gettysburg, Brandy Station. Learn more and donate today: bit.ly/42WNesZ

Col. Elmer E. Ellsworth of the 11th New York Volunteers, aka the First Fire Zouaves, was one of the first Union officers killed in the war on May 24, 1861. With his death, he became a martyr for the Union cause. "Remember Ellsworth!" became a slogan & his image was emblazoned on letters & envelopes.

Waxhaws Battlefield The Buford Battle Ground Monument, 9 miles east of Lancaster, South Carolina, identifies the location of the 1780 massacre of over 113 Continental soldiers...

Waxhaws Battlefield (continued)

The monument identifies the location of the 1780 massacre of over 113 Continentals by British-led Loyalist cavalry. An audio presentation for each wayside is available by using your phone to scan a QR code located on the sign. www.battlefields.org/visit/battle...

Waxhaws Battlefield

Explore the five-stop, 0.25-mile-long Waxhaws trail that will guide you through the Battle of Waxhaws, fought on May 29, 1780. Five wayside signs will help you dive deeper into the battle and bring you to the Buford Battle Ground Monument.

Hanging Rock Battlefield The Hanging Rock Battleground park, maintained by the South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation, and Tourism, is located two miles south of Heath...

Hanging Rock Battlefield (continued)

At the overlook, 13-year-old Andrew Jackson, who would later become president of the United States, held the horses of the patriot officers who entered the camps on foot. www.battlefields.org/visit/battle...

Hanging Rock Battlefield (continued)

Look for interpretive signs on the battlefield to learn more about this historic engagement. And don't miss the view of Shelter Rock at the overlook.

Hanging Rock Battlefield

Follow the Hanging Rock trail, which has 8 stops and is 0.7 miles long, to explore the area where the Patriot troops under Brigadier General Thomas Sumter launched their attack on the first of three British camps commanded by Major John Cruger on August 6, 1780.

Camden Battlefield The Camden battlefield is under significant threat from destructive large-scale commercial timbering which has been going on for several years in the area....

Camden Battlefield (continued)

1. The Camden Trail, 0.25 miles long with 7 stops;

2. The Great Wagon Road Trail, 0.5 miles long;

3. The Camden West Trail, 1 mile long. There are interpretive signs along the path to learn more about this historic engagement. www.battlefields.org/visit/battle...

Camden Battlefield (continued)

Try to envision that dark day of defeat and the struggle for American independence as you explore one of the three trails offered on the site.

Camden Battlefield

As you walk among the longleaf Pines at Camden Battlefield, imagine thousands of British and Patriot troops converging here in the early hours of August 16, 1780, and the dense smoke of their artillery at dawn.

Explore new American Battlefield Trust trails on three South Carolina Revolutionary War battlefields for your next adventure! Check them out below 👇

Show the kids that history isn’t boring! Join us for a free Generations Event on Saturday, June 14, 2025, where we’ll race to get ready, march like a soldier, wear a tricorn hat and explore what life was like in Virginia during the beginning of the American Revolution.

Register here: bit.ly/42QsYsY

Garry Adelman, the Trust’s chief historian, & Kevin Pawlak, licensed battlefield guide, had glorious weather on May 18, for their 6-mile hike around Antietam Battlefield.

Want to attend a tour like this? Explore the lineup for our 2025 Summer and Fall Hikes, Tours, & Lectures here: bit.ly/3EFtlx6

The results are in! The next cover photo for the 2026 American Battlefield Trust calendar is of Chickamauga Battlefield photographed by Mike Talplacido. Thanks to everyone who voted!

Want your own copy? Join today & enjoy this calendar along with other benefits: battlefields.org/give/members...

Big Black River Bridge The Union forces captured approximately 1,800 troops at the Big Black River, a loss that the Confederates could ill-afford. This battle sealed Vicksburg’s fate: the Confederate force was bottled up in...

The Battle of Big Black River Bridge occurred #OnThisDay May 17, 1863, near Vicksburg, MS. The day before, Confederate Brig. Gen. John S. Bowen ordered the defense of the river, assuming that the Union would attack along the bridges. Instead, the attack came from the west. Learn more: bit.ly/3S89bPA

Resaca Our Battle of Resaca page contains battle maps, history articles, photos, commander bios, recommended books, web links and more on this Civil War battle in the 1864 Atlanta Campaign

In summer 1864, Union General William T. Sherman campaigned to capture the vital city of Atlanta, Georgia. From May 13-15, 1864, Sherman’s Federal armies fought Confederate General Joseph E. Johnston’s entrenched army in the first large-scale fight in the Battle of Resaca. Learn more: bit.ly/3ZgdbBj

The Battle of Palmito Ranch, considered the final battle of the Civil War, began #OnThisDay May 12, 1865 near Brownsville, TX. Despite a Union defeat, Confederate forces in the area surrendered to Union officials a few days later.

📸 Shenandoah Sanchez

Fort Meigs In late April of 1813, British forces under the command of Major General Henry Procter laid siege to the recently fortified camp at Fort Meigs. American...

In April 1813, British forces under Maj. Gen. Henry Procter attacked American forces at the recently fortified Fort Meigs in Perrysburg, Ohio. The Americans successfully defended the fort, ending the siege #OnThisDay May 9, 1813.

Learn more: bit.ly/4keEGmV

Help Save Princeton: The Battle that Saved the Revolution Please sign a letter customized for New Jersey residents and concerned preservationists today stating your support for $1 million for the Princeton...

We are partnering with the Princeton Battlefield Society & the NJ State Park Service to implement “Reimagining Princeton,” a plan to restore & interpret Princeton Battlefield State Park. Please help by signing a letter stating your support for the Park in NJ’s FY 2026 budget: bit.ly/42PaMzR