Antietam National Battlefield, Maryland

Antietam National Battlefield in Maryland is a historic site where one of the deadliest battles of the American Civil War was fought. Frederick Herman Tilberg's 1960 publication provides valuable insights into the battle and its impact on the course of the war. The battle, fought on September 17, 1862, was a turning point in the war as it marked the end of Confederate General Lee's invasion of the North. The Union's victory at Antietam prompted President Abraham Lincoln to issue The Emancipation Proclamation, which freed all slaves in states then in rebellion against the Union. If you're interested in learning more about this pivotal moment in American history, Tilberg's book is a must-read.