Get Out of the Car Field Talks
Addressing Gettysburg and Digital History Pioneers
Get Out Of The Car Field Talks
“Decision Points”
The Battle of Gettysburg was shaped by countless decisions made by leaders on both sides—some sound, others with lasting consequences. Join us on the very ground where these choices were made as we explore key decision points of the battle.
This is not your typical battlefield tour. These tours are designed to be interactive, engaging, and thought-provoking. Your questions, ideas, and perspectives are not only welcome—they’re needed. Together, we’ll explore why commanders made the choices they did, what influenced them, and how those decisions shaped the outcome of the battle.
At Addressing Gettysburg, our goal is mutual discovery—utilizing the hallowed ground of Gettysburg as the greatest classroom to better understand this defining moment in our history. It’s what history of the People, by the People and FOR the People really means.
GENERAL INFO
These tours are all OUTDOORS and “off the beaten path.” So be sure to have proper footwear, insect repellent, sunscreen, water, snacks, etc.
Parking
With each tour we will provide recommendations on parking. At all times, please observe parking signs posted on the field or in town.
April 25, 2026 – 10:00 a.m.
The Wheatfield – July 2, 1863
Led by LBG Lewis Trott
Which brigade commanders exercised efficient control over their troops in The Wheatfield on July 2, 1863? Which decisions were made that most affected the outcome of this fight? Was the decision to funnel more and more Union troops into this cauldron the right one?
Park where legal with all 4 wheels on the pavement.
Meet at Winslow’s Monument in the Wheatfield.
May 23, 2026 – 10:00 a.m.
Major General Abner Doubleday and the
Defense of McPherson’s/Seminary Ridges
July 1, 1863
Led by LBG Lewis Trott
Did Major General Doubleday accomplish all that could have been accomplished on July 1, 1863 or was the desperate struggle a futile attempt at holding ground at the cost of his Corps?
Park where legal with all 4 wheels on the pavement.
Meet at the Abner Doubleday statue on Reynolds Ave. S
June 20, 2026 – 10:30 a.m.
Brigadier General Francis Barlow – July 1, 1863
Led by LBG Lewis Trott
THIS FIELD TALK IS RESERVED FOR AG PATREON MEMBERS ONLY. JOIN OUR PATREON TO PARTICIPATE!
Did Brigadier General Barlow’s movement to Blocher’s Knoll unnecessarily endanger the entire 11th Corps position on July 1, 1863? Or was the outcome a forgone conclusion no matter where Barlow placed his men that July afternoon?
August 15, 2026 – 10:00 a.m.
Major General Daniel Sickles – July 2, 1863
Led by LBG Lewis Trott
THIS FIELD TALK IS RESERVED FOR AG PATREON MEMBERS ONLY. JOIN OUR PATREON TO PARTICIPATE!
Could Major General Sickles have properly defended his assigned line or was his movement forward a necessary tactical move? Was the risk of breaking the Union line worth the gambit of seizing the Peach Orchard and altering Confederate operational plans?
September 19, 2026 – 10:00 a.m.
Union vs. Confederate Artillery on July 3, 1863
Led by LBG Lewis Trott
What decisions made by either side were most impactful on the outcome of the July 3 fight? Were there any advantages lost by decisions made by artillery commanders?
Park where legal with all 4 wheels on the pavement.
Meet at Zeigler’s Grove near Woodruff’s Battery
October 17, 2026 – 10:00 a.m.
Lt. General Richard Ewell
Led by LBG Lewis Trott
Did Lieutenant General Ewell lose the Battle of Gettysburg for the Confederates? Could his forces have taken that hill on July 1, 1863? Were his actions on the afternoon of July 2, 1863 timely enough to affect the outcome?
Park where legal with all 4 wheels on the pavement.