Insiders Guide To Civil War Sites In The South

Civil War history buffs will love this unique travel guide to the South's most famous and infamous battle sites, including historical background, directions to hard-to-find locations, and tips on where to stay, eat, and shop.

Civil War history buffs will love this unique travel guide to the South's most famous and infamous battle sites, including historical background, directions to hard-to-find locations, and tips on where to stay, eat, and shop.

The Civil War enthusiast will find much of interest in this guide to more than 20 tours to Civil War sites in Pennsylvania, Maryland, West Virginia, and Virginia. Suggestions for accommodations and restaurants are included, as well as history, trivia, and lore about the sites and personalities of the War between the States.

For more than twenty years, the Insiders' Guide(R) series has remained the essential source for in-depth travel information. Each guide is written by locals and true insiders and offers a personal, practical perspective that readers everywhere have come to know and love. From the Outer Banks of North Carolina to the Mississippi Delta, enter the world of Civil War history and reenactment. Insiders' Guide to Civil War Sites in the Southern States is your comprehensive travel guide to the South's most famous, and infamous, battle sites. Inside you'll find detailed accounts of battles in North and South Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, Florida, and Louisiana, along with: " excerpts from the diaries, letters, and memoirs of the men who fought in this war " a glossary of Civil War terminology " special features on military and civic leaders " directions to the most hard-to-find locations " helpful listings of restaurants, lodgings, shopping, and special events in each area Whether you're an American history buff or simply planning your next vacation to the South, let Insiders' Guide to Civil War Sites in the Southern States show you everything you need to know.

For more than twenty years, the Insiders' Guide series has remained the essential source for in-depth travel and relocation information. Written by locals and true insiders, each guide is packed with useful tips on places to stay, restaurants, events, attractions, fun thnigs to do with the kids, nightlife, recreation, shopping, local history, and much more--as well as a comprehensive appendix called "Living Here" that offers information on real estate, education, health care, and more.

Your Travel Destination. Your Home. Your Home-To-Be. Portland, Oregon Savor outdoor adventure, culture, and everyday civility. Linger in parks, neighborhoods, bookstores, cafes, and pubs. Smell the roses in America’s most livable city. • A personal, practical perspective for travelers and residents alike • Comprehensive listings of attractions, restaurants, and accommodations • How to live & thrive in the area—from recreation to relocation • Countless details on shopping, arts & entertainment, and children’s activities

Your Travel Destination. Your Home. Your Home-To-Be. San Antonio Stroll along the River Walk and grab a bite to eat. Relive history at the Alamo. Experience the exotic blend of Texas frontier and Mexican marketplace. • A personal, practical perspective for travelers and residents alike • Comprehensive listings of attractions, restaurants, and accommodations • How to live & thrive in the area—from recreation to relocation • Countless details on shopping, arts & entertainment, and children’s activities

Essays, maps, and illustrations provide information on every major battle and campaign of the Civil War battlefields.