Tag Archives: Civil War Battlefield Preservation

Civil War Preservation Trust Announces 2010 Accomplishments

Posted on December 29, 2010 by Michael Noirot

I received the following email from the Civil War Preservation Trust (CWPT) on Monday. Friends, there are very few charitable organizations that have the record of protecting historically sensitive land than the CWPT. They control their administrative costs and spend … Continue reading →

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Our Gettysburg Legacy – A Must See Video

Posted on August 31, 2010 by Michael Noirot

Today, the Pennsylvania Gaming Commission held a hearing on the proposed casino in Gettysburg.  The fight is definitely not over and the Civil War Preservation Trust needs your support to fight this abomination.  There is no reason to build this … Continue reading →

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GBPA Comes Out For the Gettysburg Casino

Posted on August 30, 2010 by Michael Noirot

Amazing!  What were they thinking?  The Gettysburg Battlefield Protection Association has come out in favor of the the proposed Mason-Dixon Resort casino.  This is without a doubt the craziest position a battlefield protection group could take.  Check out Eric Wittenberg’s … Continue reading →

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Civil War Preservation Trust -Brandy Station 2010 Campaign

Posted on July 29, 2010 by Michael Noirot

Good morning folks!  The Civil War Preservation Trust has announced its Brandy Station 2010 Campaign.  This is a great opportunity to save nearly 800 acres of this hallowed ground.  Brandy Station was the site of many engagements during the Civil … Continue reading →

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News From the Civil War Preservation Trust: Most Endangered Battlefields

Posted on May 20, 2010 by Michael Noirot

Recently the Civil War Preservation Trust released its list of the most endangered Civil War battlefields.  It should be no surprise that the Gettysburg and the Wilderness battlefields lead the list –  however, there are some new additions this year.  … Continue reading →

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Civil War Preservation Trust’s Franklin Campaign

Posted on March 9, 2010 by Michael Noirot

As many of you know, I have more than a passing interest in the Battle of Franklin.  I have visited the battlefield many times, and have always been in awe of the sacrifice made there by the soldiers on both … Continue reading →

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The Battle of Stones River

Posted on January 22, 2010 by Michael Noirot

The Battle of Stones River was fought from December 31, 1862 through January 2, 1863.  Fought in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, the battle is often overlooked by Civil War students.  However, this sanguinary battle was a resounding Federal victory, pushing the Confederate … Continue reading →

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Thomas Y. Cartwright Interview at the Famous Lotz House

Posted on January 18, 2010 by Michael Noirot

I recently had the opportunity to meet with Thomas Y. Cartwright, expert historian on the Battle of Franklin, at the Lotz House.  This interview compliments my three part series on CSA General John Bell Hood’s 1864 Franklin-Nashville Campaign (click HERE … Continue reading →

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Civil War Preservation Reports Victory At Appomattox Station

Posted on January 13, 2010 by Michael Noirot

I received an email this afternoon from the Civil War Preservation Trust’s president, Jim Lighthizer.  It is an update on the campaign to save 47 acres at Appomattox Station – the site of a significant Federal victory on April 8, … Continue reading →

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The Battle of Franklin – John Bell Hood’s 1864 Franklin-Nashville Campaign

Posted on January 12, 2010 by Michael Noirot

This is part two of a three part series on John Bell Hood’s Franklin-Nashville Campaign.  Part one can be accessed by clicking HERE. Click HERE for animated maps of the Affair at Spring Hill and the Battle of Franklin – … Continue reading →

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