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This is a comprehensive guide to every site and swath of landscape in the U.S. National Park system, from coast-to-coast and world famous National Parks to lesser known sites of historical or natural significance including national trails and affiliated areas. Includes practical advice on how to reach each park, when to go and what to do there.
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[2006]
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Jeff Shaara, Americas premier Civil War novelist, gives a remarkable guided tour of the ten Civil War battlefields every American should visit: Shiloh, Antietam, Fredericksburg/Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, Vicksburg, New Market, Chickamauga, the Wilderness/Spotsylvania, Cold Harbor, and Petersburg/Appomattox. Shaara explores the history, the people, and the places that capture the true meaning and magnitude of the conflict and provides engaging...
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2016.
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Whether exploring your own backyard or somewhere new, discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's Civil War Trail Road Trips. Featuring 4 road trips, plus up-to-date advice on the destinations along the way, you can visit battlefields where it all took place and immerse yourself in the lively music culture of the South.
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[2017]
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"Organized state-by-state then province-by-province, 50 States, 5,000 Ideas showcases the best travel experiences in every state and province, from the obvious to the unexpected. Sights include national parks, beaches, hotels, Civil War battlefields, dude ranches, out-of-the-way museums, and the list goes on and on. You'll discover the world's longest yard sale in Tennessee; swamp tours in Louisiana; dinosaur trails in Colorado; America's oldest street...
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2014.
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"The definitive, fully illustrated state-by-state atlas of the shifting alignments, historic sites, and current points of interest along the United States' beloved Route 66. Route 66 changed immensely in the six decades between its opening in 1926 and its removal from the U.S. highway system in 1985. Since that time, Route 66 has enjoyed a renaissance, and interest in America's Mother Road as both a historical byway and a travel destination continues...
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1997
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Smithsonian's' Great Battles & Battlefields of the Civil War is an authoritative history and practical guide to the places the war waswaged. Here are the stories of the stunning dramas that unfolded on the battlefields, with illustrations that bring the scenes to life. Organized by state and cross-referenced chronologically, each entry explains the relevant battle and details the strategies behind troop movements with reference to preserved landmarks....
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1998
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A history of the wars that the United States conducted against Native Americans from 1860 to 1890 explores the causes and consequences, investigates the different responses of tribes to the conflict, and profiles key figures. The book's second part details the many battlefields and other historic sites associated with the Indian wars.
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[2019]
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"Profiles of 60 parks--from battlefields to national seashores--administered by the National Park Service, highlighting their diverse appeal and available outdoor activities. A brief glimpse is given of 29 additional parks, including the newly created Indiana Sand Dunes."
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[2023]
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"With America's national parks seeing rejuvenated interest from campers, whether it's in tents, RVs, cabins, or yurts, one question continues to float around camping communities more than any other: "Where should I camp next?" Camping and RV experts Jeremy and Stephanie Puglisi are here with the answers. Where Should We Camp Next?: National Parks offers an expert but accessible guide to the best campgrounds and outdoor accommodations in and around...