George Alfred Townsend and Gathland: A Journalist and His by Dianne Wiebe,Dan Spedden

By Dianne Wiebe,Dan Spedden

The youngest correspondent to hide the Civil struggle and a pioneer in newspaper syndication, George Alfred Townsend got here from modest conditions. utilizing the pen identify of GATH, he rose to status and fortune after the warfare, and his profession introduced him into touch with sitting presidents and luminaries comparable to Mark Twain. notwithstanding nearly forgotten this present day within the canon of Maryland authors, GATH left an enduring legacy of literature and a most original monument. He created a lavish summer time property close to Boonsboro, Maryland, named Gapland--now known as Gathland. He additionally famously erected the conflict Correspondents Memorial Arch, a monument to fellow wartime newshounds. at the present time, GATH's property is preserved and interpreted by way of a kingdom park and its museums. His commanding arch is still a daring reminder of the inventive genius of George Alfred Townsend.

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