The Burial of the Guns

"The Burial of the Guns" recounts the strategic defense of a vital mountain pass by an old Colonel's battery immediately following the surrender of Lee's army at Appomattox in April 1865. Tasked with preventing a Federal force from flanking Lee's troops, the Colonel and his battery successfully held their position against overwhelming odds, demonstrating their unwavering commitment to duty even as the war was drawing to a close. This gripping narrative captures themes of valor and sacrifice during a pivotal moment in American history.