WASHINGTON (Army News Service, June 29, 2005) – In an effort to link its past to the present, the Army launched a new historical Web site, the Battle of Gettysburg, in time for Independence Day. The Battle of Gettysburg, which took place 142 years ago July 1-3, was one of America’s bloodiest battles. It defined the United States as a nation and the character of its people, said Chuck Jenks, program manager and senior communications strategist. “We use historical content to articulate Army values and traditions to the global audience,” he said. “Soldiers of yesterday are exactly like Soldiers today...