Birthdays
Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain
Born on this date in 1828, Chamberlain served in the United States Armed Forces during the American Civil War. He led his men at numerous engagements including Fredericksburg and the decisive battle of Gettysburg. His efforts at Gettysburg would see him awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor.
Chamberlain is a main character in the popular 1993 film "Gettysburg" as well as the sequel "God's and Generals".