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I’ve
seen (and taken) a good many photos of Gen. Longstreet and his trusty steed,
but rarely has anyone photographed the front of the horse. I like this view as
it not only shows a different angle but also showcases the typical look of
Gettysburg in late autumn . . . few colored leaves, but a sort of bare-branched
barrenness that makes you feel as if you have the place all to yourself. In the
left background is the National Park Service amphitheater. Oh, and be careful
walking on the river of leaves, especially if it’s just rained . . . and don’t
wear good boots. Consider that your tip for the day :-)
**HONORED TODAY**
PVT. HANNABAL DOWNS
Co. F, 60TH New
York Infantry
Born November 05, 1831
--- Died July 02, 1863 at age 31
Pvt.
Downs enlisted in September 1861. He was a farmer, and married to Lucretia. At
Gettysburg he was mortally wounded in the head and was first buried at the
Henry Spangler farm, later reinterred at the National Cemetery. Unfortunately
his stone bears the name “Hannibal Dorset.”
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