American Battlefield Trust

06/01/2026

Heading to the Gettysburg Battlefield this summer? You’ll discover exciting changes underway as part of the Trust’s restoration campaign to enhance the visitor experience at the iconic battlefield. Learn more about what we've done and what's next! ➡️

Heading to the Gettysburg Battlefield this summer? You’ll be met with exciting changes underway as part of the Trust’s Gettysburg restoration...

05/31/2026

In this episode of Historically Correct we visit Charleston, South Carolina. Did you know that the Patriot surrender at Charleston was the largest of the entire Revolutionary War?

Test your knowledge of American history like never before with our on-location quiz series! Join us as we challenge visitors at iconic historic sites and battlefields on The Liberty Trail to see how much they really know about the events that shaped our nation. From famous battles to little-known facts, each episode brings history to life with engaging trivia, spontaneous reactions, and surprising discoveries—right where it all happened. You'll never know where Historically Correct will pop up next!

The American Battlefield Trust preserves America’s hallowed battlegrounds and educates the public about what happened there and why it matters. We permanently protect these battlefields for future generations as a lasting and tangible memorial to the brave soldiers who fought in the American Revolution, the War of 1812, and the Civil War.

In this episode of Historically Correct we visit Charleston, South Carolina. Did you know that the Patriot surrender at Charleston was the largest of the ent...

05/31/2026

Did you know that the Burnside Bridge is not the only bridge in and around Sharpsburg that played a role in the Battle of Antietam? Join Dennis Frye as he details the four bridges of the Antietam Creek.

05/30/2026

Tickets are still available for Boom Goes the History Live from Gettysburg on July 1, 2026! Join the American Battlefield Trust LIVE and IN-PERSON for a fun, fast-paced, and slightly irreverent dive into all things Battle of Gettysburg—recorded right in the heart of Gettysburg at the fantastic Adams County Historical Society.

There will be surprise guest appearances, opportunities for a meet-and-greet, prizes, and time to chat with fellow history fans who love Gettysburg as much as you do. Whether you're a longtime listener or brand new to the show, this is your chance to experience Boom Goes the History live and in person!

Tickets are $12.50 per person. Learn more and purchase tickets below ⬇️

Join the team behind Boom Goes the History for a lively, in-person podcast recording at Adams County Historical Society. Featuring Garry Adelman and a panel...

05/30/2026

As dawn crested Mary 30, 1862, Union Major General Henry W. Halleck and his forces discovered that Corinth, Mississippi, had been abandoned by Confederate forces under General P.G.T. Beauregard. After a month-long siege, Beauregard found that Halleck’s army was a mere mile from the town. Faced with a lack of water, rampant disease, and the fear of being surrounded, he withdrew from Corinth and headed to Tupelo. To deceive his foe, Beauregard told his men to cheer every time a train came into the city to make it seem like the Confederate army was receiving reinforcements. Instead of reinforcements, however, Beauregard had surrendered the town without a serious battle.

From April 29 to May 30, 1862, Union Major General Henry W. Halleck besieged and captured the vital southern town of Corinth, Mississippi, which had two...

05/29/2026

Located on the banks of Lake Ontario, few battlefields can rival the waterfront vistas of Sackets Harbor. New York’s Sackets Harbor Battlefield State Historic Site protects the War of 1812 battlefield, where fighting occurred May 29, 1813, and educates the public about the site’s 19th-century role in defending the United States through exhibits, outdoor signs, guided and self-guided tours, and a restored 1850's Navy Yard and Commandant's House. During the summer months, guides dressed in military clothing of 1813 reenact the camp life of the common soldier.

Explore our itinerary below ⬇️ to learn what to do for a history-filled weekend this summer!

For a day trip, a long weekend or more, Sackets Harbor, N.Y., is a great headquarters for a trip full of history, nature, and outdoor adventures.

05/29/2026

May 29, 1780 British forces, led by Lieutenant Colonel Banastre Tarleton, attacked Continental troops, commanded by Colonel Abraham Buford, who were retreating through Waxhaws toward North Carolina. The encounter soon turned into a bloodbath, with Tarleton’s men offering no “quarter,” or mercy, to the defeated American troops. Known afterward as “Buford’s Massacre,” the engagement inspired Patriot defiance, and “Remember Waxhaws!” became a rallying cry. Explore a virtual tour of the site on The Liberty Trail!

May 29, 1780British forces, led by Lieutenant Colonel Banastre Tarleton, attacked Continental troops, commanded by Colonel Abraham Buford, who were...

05/28/2026

The Alamo Church is one of the most iconic landmarks in American History, but not many realize that the church is just a small part of a much larger Alamo complex, encompassing the original 1700s Spanish mission. Join Dan Davis for a walking tour as he details how the Texans fortified the plaza in an attempt to fight off the Mexican Army.

Visit and support The Alamo: https://bit.ly/2PPybdy

05/28/2026

Applications are now open for the 2026-2027 Youth Leadership Team! The American Battlefield Trust Youth Leadership Team is a motivated group of 10 high school students aged 15-18 who complete preservation, education, or visitation projects centered on the American Revolution, War of 1812, and/or Civil War in their local communities; lobby on Capitol Hill for battlefield preservation; and undertake leadership training. Applications are due by Tuesday, June 30, 2026, to be considered for the 2026-2027 YLT Class! Apply at Battlefields.org/YLT

05/27/2026

Stopped in his tracks at New Hope Church on May 25-26, 1864, Maj. Gen. William T. Sherman was determined to circumvent Gen. Joseph Johnston's army once again by sending Maj. Gen. Oliver O. Howard's IV Corps on a flanking move, this time around the Confederate right.

After a five-hour march through rugged terrain, Howard's men found the Confederate forces entrenched near Pickett's Mill, 15 miles west of Marietta, Georgia. During the afternoon May 27, 1864, Howard ordered an assault against the Confederate works. However, waiting for the Union forces were 10,000 troops under Maj. Gen. Patrick Cleburne. The Federal assault began at 5:00 p.m. and continued into the night when dismounted Confederate cavalry harassed the left flanks of the six attacking Federal brigades. Daybreak found the Confederates still in possession of the field. This Confederate victory emboldened Johnston to attack Sherman’s right near Dallas the next day.

Brief overview of the 1864 Civil War battle of Pickett's Mi