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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 23/09/2025

Before the Revolutionary War, the little-known Battle of Alamance marked the climax of the "Regulator Movement," in which local citizens took up arms against colonial officials. Join Jeremiah Degennaro of North Carolina Historic Sites in the newest episode of our podcast to learn more: bit.ly/47XWDm

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 18/06/2025

Listen in as we tour the grounds of the most iconic building in the City of Vicksburg, the Old Courthouse, which hosted Ulysses S. Grant on July 4, 1863, in the newest episode of our podcast, Boom Goes the History! 🎧 Listen now: spoti.fi/45XT3rJ

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 13/06/2025

When 32-year-old Faith Trumbull witnessed the violence and carnage at the Battle of Bunker Hill in June of 1775, her life was forever changed. After falling into a deep depression, Faith died in November of that same year. Read about Faith's story: bit.ly/4ihvMUO

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 11/06/2025

Richard Lushington was born in Charleston, SC, to a Quaker family. Despite his faith’s commitment to non-violence, Lushington joined the Patriot cause. His unit, “The Company of Free Citizens,” fought on the front lines of the Battle of Port Royal Island & in the Siege of Charleston: bit.ly/3T8fq6b

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 04/06/2025

The southern end of the Vicksburg Battlefield receives less attention from visitors, but that does not take away from its beautiful landscape & historical importance. Join Garry Adelman & Dr. Chris Mackowski for a recap of the action surrounding the Railroad Redoubt & more: spoti.fi/3HoHUpW

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 25/05/2025

We are approaching a major milestone in our mission to preserve America’s sacred battlegrounds: 60,000 acres! Right now, there is an urgent opportunity to save 1,099 acres tied to three critical Civil War sites: Chickasaw Bayou, Gettysburg, Brandy Station. Learn more and donate today: bit.ly/42WNesZ

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 25/05/2025

Col. Elmer E. Ellsworth of the 11th New York Volunteers, aka the First Fire Zouaves, was one of the first Union officers killed in the war on May 24, 1861. With his death, he became a martyr for the Union cause. "Remember Ellsworth!" became a slogan & his image was emblazoned on letters & envelopes.

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 23/05/2025

Explore new American Battlefield Trust trails on three South Carolina Revolutionary War battlefields for your next adventure! Check them out below 👇

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 22/05/2025

Show the kids that history isn’t boring! Join us for a free Generations Event on Saturday, June 14, 2025, where we’ll race to get ready, march like a soldier, wear a tricorn hat and explore what life was like in Virginia during the beginning of the American Revolution. Register here: bit.ly/42QsYsY

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 19/05/2025

Garry Adelman, the Trust’s chief historian, & Kevin Pawlak, licensed battlefield guide, had glorious weather on May 18, for their 6-mile hike around Antietam Battlefield. Want to attend a tour like this? Explore the lineup for our 2025 Summer and Fall Hikes, Tours, & Lectures here: bit.ly/3EFtlx6

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 18/05/2025

The results are in! The next cover photo for the 2026 American Battlefield Trust calendar is of Chickamauga Battlefield photographed by Mike Talplacido. Thanks to everyone who voted! Want your own copy? Join today & enjoy this calendar along with other benefits: battlefields.org/give/members...

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 12/05/2025

The Battle of Palmito Ranch, considered the final battle of the Civil War, began #OnThisDay May 12, 1865 near Brownsville, TX. Despite a Union defeat, Confederate forces in the area surrendered to Union officials a few days later. 📸 Shenandoah Sanchez

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 07/05/2025

The old Antietam Iron Works Bridge did not witness any fighting at the Battle of Antietam, but it played a crucial role in the movement of troops during the campaign. Dennis Frye & Garry Adelman discuss the old Antietam Iron Works Bridge in Boom Goes the History. 🎧 Listen now: spoti.fi/433nxpe

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 01/05/2025

Join Dennis Frye, retired Park Ranger and a Co-Founder of the Trust, & Garry Adelman, our Chief Historian, as they discuss the northernmost monument of the Antietam Battlefield before exploring the grounds of the Poffenberger Farm in the newest episode of our podcast. 🎧 Listen now: spoti.fi/3RFrPOA

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 30/04/2025

🧩 You’ve helped save land at Chattanooga, Gettysburg, & Antietam; now put together the pieces with these puzzles of iconic battlefield sites, made in the USA! 🧩 Head to shop.battlefields.org to buy these puzzles today!

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 26/04/2025

Registration is open for our 2025 History Hikes, Tours, & Lectures series! Join fellow Trust members in the field at Antietam, Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, Manassas, Spotsylvania, & other battlefields for in-person tours & hikes led by renowned historians and guides. Register here: bit.ly/3EFtlx6

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 23/04/2025

The American Battlefield Trust has won a Webby for The Liberty Trail AR app! Thanks to everyone who voted for us in this category. Please check out the listing for the award here: winners.webbyawards.com/2025/apps-so... Download the free app here: lnkd.in/eaZJrPJH.

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 17/04/2025

We couldn't possible miss out on the AI-generated action figure craze! So, here's our own Chief Historian, Garry Adelman for your viewing pleasure. And of course, it comes with 3D glasses, a battlefield map, historic Civil War photo, and a vegan cookie!

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 15/04/2025

Jump back to September 2024 with Dennis Fry to the 162nd anniversary of the Battle of Antietam as we debate the action at Burnside Bridge from the Confederate (high ground) perspective during the newest episode of our podcast, Boom Goes the History! 🎧 Listen now on Spotify: spoti.fi/4lw2TXh

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 11/04/2025

Help us protect nearly 210 acres of sacred battlefield land in VA at Malvern Hill, Brandy Station, New Market & New Market Heights. A $6.44-to-$1 match means contributions go even further, ensuring that these irreplaceable sites remain untouched for future generations. Please donate: bit.ly/4ldkZwW

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 11/04/2025

Last year, we were thrilled to be joined by Dennis Frye for our coverage of the 162nd Anniversary of the Battle of Antietam. Join us as Frye and the Trust education team detail the bloodiest day in American history from start to finish in our new podcast episode. 🎧 Listen now: spoti.fi/4idcHTf

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 24/03/2025

Sarah Broadhead wrote about her experience as Union and Confederate forces converged on her home in Gettysburg, PA. In 1864, she published portions of her diary under the pseudonym "A Lady of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania." #WomensHistoryMonth Learn more: bit.ly/4iIyjaL

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 22/03/2025

Join Garry Adelman & Kris White from the Trust and Dr. Chris Mackowski of Emerging Civil War as they detail the beginning of the Battle of Nashville from a small but important preserved part of the battlefield. 🎧 Listen to this week’s episode of the Boom Goes the History podcast: bit.ly/4hFrK88

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 13/03/2025

Join us at historic Fort Negley in Nashville, TN with Kristopher White, Garry Adelman, & Dr. Chris Mackowski in the newest episode of our podcast, Boom Goes the History. They discuss the role the fort played in the Battle of Nashville in December 1864 🎧 Listen now on Spotify: spoti.fi/41T63fX

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 11/03/2025

About 2 years ago, we set out to save 15 acres of hallowed ground at Willoughby’s Run, a key site in the Battle of Gettysburg. Once slated for an apartment complex, this land was nearly lost. Just $475,000 remains to meet our goal. Will you help us cross the finish line? Donate today: bit.ly/3R2An1j

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 07/03/2025

During the American Revolution, Sarah Osborn Benjamin aided the Continental Army by washing and mending clothes and met George Washington, Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army, twice. After the war, she lived long enough to have her photo taken. #WomensHistoryMonth Learn more: bit.ly/49uXOc8

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 07/03/2025

Explore the Franklin Battlefield, including a private Confederate Cemetery, with Eric Jacobson from the Battle of Franklin Trust, Dr. Chris Mackowski of Emerging Civil War, & Garry Adelman in the newest episode of our podcast, Boom Goes the History! 🎧 Listen: www.battlefields.org/boom-goes-hi...

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 28/02/2025

Brigadier General Francis Marion, known as the “Swamp Fox,” who died February 27, 1795, fought in the French and Indian War and the American Revolution in the Southern Theater before entering a career in politics in South Carolina. www.battlefields.org/learn/biogra... 🖼️ Illustration by Dale Watson

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 26/02/2025

Join special guest Grammy-nominated country star, Trace Adkins, along with Garry Adelman, Chris Mackowski, Joseph Ricci, Eric Jacobson, & Bailey Lawrence as they explore the Battle of Franklin & the Carnton House in the newest episode of Boom Goes the History! 🎧 Listen now: spoti.fi/4kbZ9JX

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 19/02/2025

Join Eric Jacobson and Joseph Ricci of the Battle of Franklin Trust as they tour the Franklin battlefield, including the famous Carter House with its preserved bullet hole wall, in the newest episode of our podcast, Boom Goes the History. 🎧 Listen now: spoti.fi/432LGOm

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 15/02/2025

#BattlefieldSpotlight: Halfway Swamp On December 12-13, 1781 Patriot commander Francis Marion, “The Swamp Fox,” and British Major Robert McLeroth skirmished at Halfway Swamp, ending in a British victory. Learn more about Halfway Swamp in The Liberty Trail SC app: thelibertytrail.org/sc/about/lib...

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 14/02/2025

Harry Washington emancipated himself from George Washington's Mount Vernon and began a new life fighting for the British in Lord Dunmore’s Ethiopian Regiment & eventually the Black Pioneers during the American Revolution. #BlackHistoryMonth Learn more: bit.ly/3Q6L5Uf 🖼️ Illustration by Dale Watson

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 12/02/2025

Travel back to November of 1864 with Dr. Chris Mackowski & special guest Eric Jacobson, CEO of the Battle of Franklin Trust, as they discuss the Battle of Spring Hill in the newest episode of our podcast, Boom Goes the History. 🎧 Listen here: spoti.fi/40TBFQT

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 07/02/2025

William Flora joined the Patriot cause in 1775 after aggression from Lord Dunmore. He fought with the 2nd Virginia Regiment at the Battle of Great Bridge, where he slowed the British advance, earning praise from comrades. #BlackHistoryMonth Illustration by Dale Watson Learn more: bit.ly/4bu8SXs

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 05/02/2025

During the Siege of Ninety Six Thomas Carney carried his wounded commander, Major General Perry Benson, to safety. After passing out from exhaustion, Carney woke to defend Benson, ensuring his survival to fight another day. #BlackHistoryMonth Learn more: bit.ly/4hHyKS9 🖼️ Illustrated by Dale Watson

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 29/01/2025

Huge thanks to The Sumter Item for profiling The Liberty Trail's AR binoculars at Fort Watson in the latest issue of their Lakeside magazine! Read it here: bit.ly/4hwBodp Next time you're in South Carolina, plan a visit to stop by the Santee National Wildlife Refuge and check out Fort Watson.

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 27/01/2025

William Tryon, the Provincial Governor of North Carolina and New York, died #OnThisDay, January 27, 1788. While Governor of NC, he imposed a poll tax that helped to pay for his mansion, which resulted in the Regulator War. Learn more: www.battlefields.org/learn/biogra...

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 22/01/2025

After much sacrifice in the Slaughter Pen, the Union receives reinforcements just in time for another Confederate assault. Join Chief Ranger Jim Lewis in the newest episode of our podcast as he continues to detail the Battle of Stones River with Garry Adelman. 🎧 Listen now: spoti.fi/3E0q1vZ

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 14/01/2025

Join Dr. Chris Mackowski & Chief Ranger Jim Lewis as they detail the intense fighting in the Slaughter Pen at the Battle of Stones River, which started on December 31, 1862, in the newest episode of our podcast, Boom Goes the History. 🎧 Listen now: spoti.fi/42heLVV

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 08/01/2025

In 1778, he was released as part of a prisoner exchange and went to New York City. There, he became a leader and organizer of Loyalist military units. Franklin left for Britain in 1782 and never fully reconciled with his father. Learn more about William Franklin: bit.ly/3W7w8Vm

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 31/12/2024

Check out the latest episode on the Boom Goes the History podcast about the final Civil War battle of 1862. Available on the website and anywhere you get your podcasts: www.battlefields.org/boom-goes-hi...

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 24/12/2024

Sarah Benjamin had an eventful life: she spoke with George Washington twice, witnessed the frontlines of the American Revolution, and lived long enough to have her photograph taken! Learn more about Sarah Benjamin here: american-revolution-experience.battlefields.org/people/sarah...

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 28/11/2024

We have a brand-new one of these at the Princeton Battlefield that we call a "battle window."

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 26/11/2024

Do you know a high school musician, college age student, or independent musician under the age of 30? Then tell them about our "Music and the American Revolution Competition!" Enter here: www.battlefields.org/inspire/musi...

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American Battlefield Trust @battlefields.org · 18/11/2024

Can you create a song that bridges generations, capturing the vibrant spirit of the many voices of the American Revolution? The Music and the American Revolution competition is open to musicians under the age of 30. The submission deadline is December 31, 2024. Learn more at battlefields.org/Music

Music and the American Revolution Competition.

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