I Survived the Battle of Gettysburg, 1863

The Civil War is a complex period — I wonder what motivated the author to bring this specific event to a younger audience and how they approached balancing accuracy with accessibility.

Their bravery and fears felt so real; I found myself rooting for them. Were there particular moments that made others feel especially invested?

The series does a great job of mixing history with adventure, but I’m curious about how the author chose this specific battle and story within the larger series framework.