While our tours express the importance of the historical haunts of Manhattan, the truth is the United States has a grand history including spirits as well. Our country’s amazing history includes some very bloody wars that have produced a number of famous ghosts that roam the battlefields looking to close the book on what keeps them tied to a life of wandering the earth. Walk with us amongst these sites riddled with tales of horror and the tragic end of many lives, and discover who still haunts these grounds.
Gettysburg, Pennsylvania – The site of one of the most memorable battles of the Civil War, Gettysburg is now a celebrated historical location for war buffs and historians alike. While Gettysburg serves as an attraction for both loyal Civil War fanatics and curious tourists, it has also served as a hotspot for ghost hunters. It is said that the battlefield is teeming with spirit activity, and a nighttime walk through the park or local structures can yield an almost certain ghost-sighting experience.
Antietam, Maryland – One of the bloodiest battles of the Civil War took place on the ravaged farm lands of Antietam. An area referred to as “Bloody Lane” is a sure-thing for ghost-hunters nationwide. It is said that true believers can hear the sound of gunfire, can smell the acrid smoke of gunpowder, and even view the ghosts of many soldiers and even the wives of battle-worn Generals.
The Alamo, San Antonio Texas – In the early 1800’s a battle was waged on U.S. soil against a Mexican General. The Alamo, the site of this bloody battle, attracted the efforts of Jim Bowie and Davy Crockett. These two men chose to die for the freedom and pride of Texas, and it is said that their ghosts can be seen keeping an ever watchful eye over this historic site.
Pearl Harbor, Hawaii – Marked in history as the day that will live in infamy, nearly 2400 lives were lost in an ambush of an anchored fleet in this picturesque location. The U.S.S. Arizona serves as a somber, yet popular destination for tourists to the beautiful island of Oahu, Hawaii. It is said that there a plethora of tragic and spooky events that take place indicating unrest. People have reportedly heard the echo of the bombs that took so many lives, hear footsteps in empty locations, and have even seen light disturbances in this historic locations.
Cold Harbor, Richmond, Virginia – Over 16000 lives were lost at the battle of Cold Harbor, famously known noted for the commanding appearance of General Ulysses S. Grant. While Virginia was a popular battleground for Civil War soldiers, the battlefield at Cold Harbor is notably haunted. Visitors have documented hearing the sound of cannon fire and have noticed some interesting lighting issues. In addition to these instances of spectral activity, a few tourists have noted a brief encounter or two with the ghostly image of soldiers in this popular location.
While the history of war in the United States is of celebrated historical significance, the casualties can never be taken lightly. Many men died in the throes of battle for freedom, and some of their spirits still walk the grounds on which they passed away. A rich history, coupled with the horrors of war makes the battlefields of the United States a veritable hotspot for ghostly activity.
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