Shriver House

The Civilians of Gettysburg: Glimpses into History

June 30, 2011 by Fran Severn

The saga of the Shriver family of Gettysburg reflects the tragedy of life for the civilians during the Civil War.

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Essential Gettysburg: Touring the Battlefield and the Town

June 28, 2011 by Fran Severn

Touring Gettysburg can be overwhelming. Here are the most important things to see and do at the battlefield and in the town.

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