Jim was relaxing in front of the TV after a day of driving. We average about 200 to 300 miles a day which isn't too far, but when you're going 60 miles an hour pulling 60 feet behind you, it's tiring, especially if the wind is blowing.
The Gettysburg Battlefield Resort seemed an appropriate place to stay, close to everything. The resort had small cabins, a lake, beautiful pool, small restaurant, and gift shop.
Visiting the Gettysburg Museum and refreshing the history of the American Civil War was interesting. The northern Union forces were fighting to rid the southern Confederate forces of slavery. The last 3 days were fought at Gettysburg July 1-3, 1863. Confederate General Robert E. Lee and Union Major General Joseph Hooker led the battle. A total of 620,000 people died during the Civil War! 
On November 19, 1863, President Abraham Lincoln gave the Gettysburg Address. The war led to a "new birth of freedom" for America.
Didn't we have to memorize the Gettysburg Address in high school?
The 24-mile battle ground is filled with monuments.
We drove by car through the entire battle area and stopped to climb an observation plateform.
Some of the monuments were spectacular.
We went through the city of Gettysburg which is located within the boundaries of the battle area. This old building was the train station.
This old, stone house was very well maintained, probably built in the 1800s. Typical of the area.
That's Jim standing on the right. How'd you like to live in a 1918 home like this one? It's now a museum.
Across the street from Eisenhower's home is the Gettysburg College.
While driving through town I saw this sign and just had honor my oldest grandson, Colton. I love you boy!!
Dobbin House is the oldest structure in Gettysburg.....built in 1776!
Check out the massive chinking between these old logs!
This underground restaurant and pub was built in 1813. The low ceilings and natural candle light helped make the atmosphere very authentic. The "barmaids" were dressed for the occassion too.
The countryside around Gettysburg was spotted with farms like this.
And new homes like this. Space, green fields, and rolling hills everywhere.
In our exploration of the country, we decided to ignore "Navigal". Just then we arrived at this dead end with no warning! We yielded to oncoming traffic alright....hehe! A youy was in order and we turned Navigal back on.
Oh ya, I forgot to share my fruit fly experiments. A bag with cantalope rhines with toothpick holes, wine, margarita mix, and vinagar. The fruit flies go through the holes and can't get out. I think I've got those little shits under control now. :o))
P.S. It's gotta be Apple Cider Vinegar!!!!
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