Although 150 years sounds like a lot of time, but in reality for mankind it is not. It is horrifying in that perspective to understand that men stood in lines across from their foe, and marches into volleys of bullets, unwavering. The side that held out and shot more men in the opposition's line held victory. The bravery still stands as no less than astounding.
The battle at Gettysburg, most notably Pickett's Charge ended in a slaughter for the South, and being reminded today of the 12,500 men who marched uphill for almost a mile under cannon and musket fire the whole way, is heart-breaking. Of every 2 men in that charge, 1 would be a casualty.
For us Americans today, may the forefathers of this nation that fought for an idea bless us and give us the courage and determination to live meaningful lives. And through their example, help us be guided by knowing what is worth fighting for; because knowing this is significantly more difficult than it may seem.
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