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Life: Civil War Collections from Gettysburg NMP |
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"Soldiering
is 99% boredom and 1% sheer terror," wrote one soldier to his wife. This was an
obvious complaint when you realize that the armies in Virginia, Maryland, and Pennsylvania
usually campaigned during the warmer months and camped in the winter. In addition,
soldiers spent weeks and months at a time in camp between engagements, even during active
campaigning. Their life consisted of tedious daily routines. The following exhibit
showcases some of the items that were made or used by soldiers in Union and Confederate
camps. Many of the activities shown here helped soldiers cope with daily life. |
As you tour through the exhibit, click on each
image to enlarge it and read its description.  
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