Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, the Sisters of Charity and the Battle of Gettysburg
The Battle of Gettysburg, as great a tragic and devastating loss as it was, does appear to be a true American Miracle. My family has visited the Elizabeth Seton Shrine in Emmitsburg. I recommend a visit if you intend to go to Gettysburg, because the two locations on like sister cities, one in Pennsylvania and, of course Emmitsburg in Maryland. Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton (b.1774-d. 1871). The Battle of Gettysburg, Emmitsburg, & Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton published in Single Mom Smiling blog. On the 4th of July, I’m looking back at the bloodiest battle in our nation’s history, the Battle of Gettysburg, with some thankfulness and awe. Many of us know about the Battle of Gettysburg from high school history lessons, but how many of us have heard of Emmitsburg, Maryland or understand the connection between Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton and the Battle of Gettysburg ❓ My boys and I spend time each year camping, and with each trip, we try to incorporate some sort of faith-based experience. Not to...
