If you’ve ever been to Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, then you’ve probably heard the name “Gettysburg Eddie” a time or two. Perhaps you’ve even dined at the namesake restaurant or happen to be well-versed in local baseball players of great acclaim. The fact remains that Edward S. Plank (Gettysburg Eddie) was indeed an actual person. He was … Continue reading The History Behind Edward S. Plank, ‘Gettysburg Eddie’
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The Lesser-Known Foundational History of Gettysburg
It’s natural that most folks, upon hearing any mention of “Gettysburg” tend to think of the significant role the quaint community played during the American Civil War. That is, after all, the borough’s most enduring historical claim to fame. But what about all that other Gettysburg history predating the Civil War? More often than not … Continue reading The Lesser-Known Foundational History of Gettysburg