John Wayne's Horse Soldiers: Hidden Civil War History Revealed | Addressing Gettysburg - Talk With History

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Hollywood got it wrong—and right.

We're breaking down John Wayne's "The Horse Soldiers" with Matt from Addressing Gettysburg, separating Civil War movie myths from actual cavalry history. Discover the real locations, tactics, and battlefields behind this classic film—plus where to road trip to see them yourself.

Perfect for history lovers planning their next Civil War battlefield tour.

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