CIVIL WAR TRUST'S OFFICIAL GUIDE TO THE CIVIL WAR DISCOVERY TRAIL

The Civil War Discovery Trail --which links more than 400 sites in 24 states --tells the real story of the Civil War and its impact on America. Relive history as it really happened, from the first shots fired at Fort Sumter to Lincoln's fateful last night at Ford's Theater. This completely updated edition contains more sites, in more states, than ever before. You'll find:

• A brief historical overview by Pulitzer Prize-winner James McPherson
• Descriptions of the solemn battlefields, antebellum plantations, Underground Railroad sites, historic homes, state parks, cemeteries, memorials, museums, and more, along with black-and-white photos
• Detailed, accurate orientation maps, along with exact directions, admission fees, seasons and hours, visitor services
• State-by-state organization that lets you locate the sites easily
• A complete reenactment and special events calendar

"This updated and expanded edition of the Civil War Trust's guide will prove invaluable." —Historic Traveler "For travelers and tourists who enjoy delving into the legacy of the Civil War and its effect on the national consciousness, The Civil War Trust's Official Guide to the Civil War Discovery Trail…is an indispensable travel reference." —Kentucky Civil War Journal The Civil War Discovery Trail tells the real story of the Civil War and its impact on America, from the first shot fired at Fort Sumter to Lincoln's fateful last night at Ford's Theater—and only the Official Guide to the Trail can take you there. Inside you'll find:

• A description of more than 500 sites in 28 states: solemn battle-fields, antebellum plantations, Underground Railroad sites, historic homes, state parks, cemeteries, memorials, museums, and more
• All the details: exact directions, admission fees, seasons and hours, visitor services—and what to see and do once you get there
• An easy-to-use, state-by-state organization that lets you locate the sites quickly and easily
• A brief historical look at a nation divided, plus an overview of each state's role in the War
• Complete information on reenactments and special events
• Detailed, accurate orientation maps that help you plan the itinerary that's right for you

The Civil War Trust^® Enriching Our Future by Preserving Our Past. Sales of this book support the preservation of historic Civil War sites. Find us online at www.frommers.com