[carton253]

That's what I am finding out. What made Jackson so important was that he had a great understanding of the purpose of war.

I am finding that Longstreet was very cautious and would rather fight defensively than offensively.

Jeff Shaara said that there was only a Gettysburg because there was no Jackson. Jackson would have taken the high-ground at Cemetary Ridge and Little Round Top.

There would have been a battle when Lee invaded PA, but it wouldn't have been at Gettysburg.

[carton253]

I know that we've talked before about Gettysburg... I was hoping you would join me on this thread...

[RebelBanker]

Have you read "Gettysburg," Newt Gingrich's new book? He has a really interesting 'what if' scenario for that battle.