The True Story of "Jennie" Wade, a Gettysburg Maid (Classic Reprint)

The true story behind Gettysburg’s “Jennie” Wade, told with careful evidence and care.This non-fiction account examines the life and death of Virginia Wade, a young Gettysburg girl who became part of the town’s shared history during the battle of 1863. The book presents the period through documented details, public records, and contemporary illustrations that are reproduced here for the first time in published form. It frames the events around Mary Virginia Wade, her family, and the neighbors who supported them during a pivotal moment in American history.What you’ll read is a straightforward view of daily life, wartime hardship, and the human side of a town under fire. The author notes the limits of certainty while inviting readers to weigh corroborating evidence as part of the story’s unfolding.- Real people and events from Gettysburg’s summer of 1863, including the Wade family and their neighbors- Authentic illustrations and images reproduced from wartime sources- The context of daily life, care for family, and acts of bravery during the battle- A measured, evidence-based retelling that acknowledges uncertainty where it existsIdeal for readers who want a grounded, respectful portrait of a famous Civil War moment and the people who lived it, without fiction’s embellishment. Read more