by Jared Frederick
The picturesque Gettysburg Battlefield has long been
memorialized as an iconic landscape of America s national identity. The
tumultuous Civil War battle and Abraham Lincoln s subsequent address
transformed the country in profound ways that continue to echo throughout the
ages. In the aftermath of the struggle, Gettysburg National Military Park was
embraced by citizens not only as a shrine of commemoration but also as a public
space utilized for leisure, education, politics, and discovery. This compelling
photographic history documents the park from the post World War II era onward,
chronicling the dramatic evolutions the battlefield has undergone in the wake of
modern tourism. Exploring the fascinating issues of historical memory,
preservation, and popular culture, the book paints a vivid picture of a
national park at work for the benefit of the people."
About The Author
Jared Frederick has a lifelong passion for American History.
His books include "Images of Modern America: Gettysburg National Military
Park" and "Dispatches of D-Day: A People's History of the Normandy
Invasion." Prior to his career in academia, Frederick served as a park
ranger at Gettysburg National Military Park and Harpers Ferry National
Historical Park.
Jared has long been involved in the world of Public History, including
historical interpretation and development at numerous sites. He has completed
projects in conjunction with a multitude of non-profit, state, and national
organizations. In addition, he has appeared on C-SPAN, PBS, the Pennsylvania
Cable Network, National Park Service productions, and various online
documentaries. In 2019, he acted as a guest host on Turner Classic Movies for
the channel’s 25th anniversary.
Frederick currently serves as an Instructor of History at Penn State Altoona,
where he specializes in various realms of American History and civic
engagement. Jared is available to present a broad range of historical lectures
and presentations. Visit www.jaredfrederick.com to learn more.
ISBN 978-1531698577, Arcadia Publishing, © 2016, Hardcover,
98 pages, Photographs. $28.99. To purchase this book click HERE.
