In late October 2001, my husband and I took a trip out East to tour Civil War battlefields. The morning we visited Antietam, the mist was rising off the fields. The park ranger said that conditions were probably similar to the day of battle as it was a very foggy/misty morning that day, too. We were the first visitors out that morning and the eery quiet served to heighten the sense of loss and sadness. It was a sobering visit and felt so important for us to do in the aftermath of 9/11.
I agree, it is a must-see.
I’ve been there three times, and I always have a feeling I am being watched.