Travis Simpkins: Confederate States Army

Friday, February 7, 2025

George E. Pickett. American Civil War. Battle of Gettysburg. Pickett's Charge. Freemason. by Travis Simpkins

Portrait Sketch of

George Edward Pickett

(1825 - 1875)

Major General in the

Confederate States Army

American Civil War

known for "Pickett's Charge"

at the Battle of Gettysburg

Freemason

Member of Dove Lodge No. 51

Richmond, Virginia

Old Guard Lodge No. 211 (Military Lodge)

by Travis Simpkins

Pickett's Charge - Battle of Gettysburg

For more info, please visit:

nps.gov/gettysburg

George E. Pickett. American Civil War. Battle of Gettysburg. Pickett's Charge. Freemason. by Travis Simpkins

Saturday, February 24, 2018

Gettysburg (1993): The Civil War, Martin Sheen, Tom Berenger, Jeff Daniels

Written and directed by Ronald F. Maxwell, based on the Michael Shaara's novel "The Killer Angels," Gettysburg (1993) is a monumental cinematic achievement spanning over four hours of screen time. The film follows leaders on both the Union and Confederate sides at the Battle of Gettysburg in 1863, a decisive battle in the American Civil War between the States. The drama and action unfold with perfect pace, entertaining throughout. The cast does a wonderful job, including Martin Sheen as General Robert E. Lee, Tom Berenger as Lieutenant General James Longstreet and Jeff Daniels as Colonel Joshua Chamberlain.