i FINALLY made it to gettysburg, the final feather in my colonial cap. we toured the 18 mile scenic route that winds around the massive battlefield, stopping along the way to snap some photogs,  soak in the epic-ness of the scenery, and learn a few history lessons. of course, i sniffed out a band of ragtag reenactors, a confederate regiment from north carolina camped out before the battle *who referred to us as 'you yankees'  post-tour, we scoped out some 'authentic' eats at an 18th century tavern in the town of gettysburg, mapping out my next visit...