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July 2, 1863, Josh Chamberlain's SWINGING GATE Saved the Union, atop Little Round Top

    In the Civil War there were moments in time, when the South could  have won? Should have won? But didn't win  because of a combination of events beyond human planning, or  fluke, or karma or luck, or even good vibes. American history is weird; there are enough examples in it for you to come to the conclusion that  God's hand was at work. From the Divine Fog in the Revolutionary War, to the rainstorm which saved the White House in the War of 1812, to Josh Chamberlain being in command of the Union forces on Little Round Top, all point to the hand of the Almighty at work. Josh Chamberlain is arguably the greatest American war hero of all time;  Josh Chamberlain saved the Union, on the ground, in the trenches, in the blood and gore; Josh Chamberlain saved the Union. "In all, Chamberlain served in 20 battles and numerous skirmishes, was cited for bravery four times, had six horses shot from under him, and was wounded six times." He was wounded six times, and carried a