About this blog
Scott L. Mingus, Sr. is a scientist and executive in the paper and printing industry, as well as the author of several books and magazine articles on the Civil War, including some that deal primarily with York County during the Gettysburg Campaign.
This Cannonball blog presents stories and anecdotes from the war years, as well as announcing local Civil War events of the modern day.
Send all questions, news items, and suggestions to scottmingus@yahoo.com.
Category Archives: Gettysburg battlefield
Time releases new Gettysburg book
For most of the 20th century through the modern times, Time has documented the history of America as it happened, week by week and month by month. From the annual “Person of the Year” to the iconic images which have … Continue reading
Civil War & More store schedules signings with 3 authors including Cooper Wingert
Jim Schmick of the Civil War & More Bookstore in Mechanicsburg is hosting an afternoon of book signings and Civil War music. The “Civil War Authors of Central Pennsylvania Book Signing” will be held on June 1st & 2nd, 2013, … Continue reading
Exploring the Battle of Gettysburg at the York CWRT on May 15
The York Civil War Round Table will feature roundtable member Randy Drais as the speaker at this month’s meeting on Wednesday, May 15, 2013. Randy will present a PowerPoint talk based on his many years of experience “Exploring the Battle … Continue reading
Gettysburg Foundation Presents May 2013 Specialty Bus Tours
Photo by Scott Mingus Gettysburg, PA (April 25, 2013) – The Gettysburg Foundation announces two specialty bus tours for the month of May 2013. On Saturday, May 25, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m., join Licensed Battlefield Guide Fred Hawthorne for … Continue reading
Vandalized monument repaired at Gettysburg
Gettysburg National Military Park monument preservation staff placed a new carved granite arm for the 11th Massachusetts Infantry onto its pedestal on the battlefield earlier today, April 11, 2013. The work started at approximately 8 a.m. and was largely completed … Continue reading
“Country” magazine explores some of the Civil War’s hallowed battlefields
This striking photograph of the angle on Cemetery Ridge at Gettysburg National Military Park in Adams County, Pennsylvania, is courtesy of Country magazine and is used with written permission. A representative of the magazine offers these comments on their latest … Continue reading
UPDATED Calendar of events at Gettysburg National Military Park
GETTYSBURG NATIONAL MILITARY PARK / EISENHOWER NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE 2013 CALENDAR OF EVENTS Commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg and President Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address.
Summer Ranger Programs at Gettysburg National Military Park
From June 8 through August 18, Gettysburg National Military Park will offer a variety of free ranger guided programs that explore the Battle of Gettysburg, its aftermath, the Soldiers’ National Cemetery, Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address, and the history of the park. … Continue reading
Gettysburg National Military Park 2013 Winter Lecture Series
The Gettysburg National Military Park has announced its 2013 schedule of winter lectures and PowerPoint presentations. As usual, this promises to be a fascinating blend of talks not only on the 1863 Battle of Gettysburg, but also on other Civil … Continue reading
2013 schedule of events – Gettysburg National Military Park
Visitors hike up toward Little Round Top in this 2009 file photo by Scott Mingus. The National Park Service has released its tentative schedule of events for the 2013 season at Gettysburg National Military Park, which will mark the 150th … Continue reading
