Hallowed Ground Magazine, Fall 2025

The Breaktrough at Petersburg

This issue of Hallowed Ground spotlights one of the Civil War’s most dramatic moments: the April 2, 1865 Breakthrough at Petersburg. From months of siege and trench warfare to the heroism that earned 31 Medals of Honor, discover how this decisive assault unfolded and how the ground itself was ultimately preserved. You’ll also find a compelling new Brothers in Valor video and feature article, as Medal of Honor recipient and Navy SEAL Edward C. Byers retraces his own steps in Afghanistan and the steps of fellow recipient Charles C. Gould – the first man over the works at Petersburg – offering a modern perspective on courage and sacrifice.

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