Learn how this sprawling space of approximately 5000 acres and over 1400 monuments and markers evolved into the national treasure that it is today. Discuss the many oddities, including the location of an amusement park, and controversies that are a part of the battlefield's history. The program is free and open to the public and will be followed by a 15 minute Q&A session. For more info, contact the Cambridge Public Library at 518-677-2443.

Michael Russert is a member of the Company of Military Historians and the author of over 200 book reviews. He has a Masters of Arts, Liberal Studies in 19th Century American Studies and served as coordinator of the State of New York Veteran Oral History Program. Mr. Russert is presently completing a book on the 123rd New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment in the Gettysburg Campaign.

Dec 28, 2024, 10 to 11 AM

Dec 29, 2024, 3 PM

Dec 29, 2024, 7 PM