Here, on the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, LIFE.com offers up a few of those old portraits of self-proclaimed Civil War vets — pictures that not only serve as reminders of the ...

[GALLERY: The Battle of Gettysburg] The historic assault is believed to be the turning point of the Civil War. Robert E ... The battle in photographs: Union soldiers dead at Gettysburg on July ...

Although the photo is authentic, serious doubts have been raised about the man's age and claims of military service. In October 2024, a photo circulated online allegedly showing "a 116-year-old U ...

Join us as we step back into history at a Civil War Confederate camp alongside dedicated reenactors from the 48th Alabama Infantry. This unique experience offers an up-close look at authentic gear ...

It is now known as one of the most lopsided battles of the Civil War. Photograph Courtesy Library of Congress, Prints and Photographs Division Today, the Battle of Cold Harbor is remembered as a ...