Sarah Kay Bierle
@sarahkaybierle.bsky.social
Author. Speaker. Historian - mostly Civil War studies. Battlefield preservation. Everyone has a story...I'm listening. (Posts do not represent employer.)
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Hi social media friends! Thanks for the warm welcome to Blue Sky. So nice to reconnect...or connect for the first time.
I post mostly about history (American Civil War and occasionally Revolutionary War), history books, and hiking. Oh, and I like Oxford Commas but can also follow a style sheet. 😉
I post mostly about history (American Civil War and occasionally Revolutionary War), history books, and hiking. Oh, and I like Oxford Commas but can also follow a style sheet. 😉
A few photos from McCormick Civil War Institute's Fall Conference last Saturday, including the morning lecture and afternoon trip to Cedar Creek Battlefield. Thanks, Jonathan Noyalas and team, for hosting such a great day of learning.
November 10, 2025 at 10:41 PM
A few photos from McCormick Civil War Institute's Fall Conference last Saturday, including the morning lecture and afternoon trip to Cedar Creek Battlefield. Thanks, Jonathan Noyalas and team, for hosting such a great day of learning.
Podcasting again! Thanks, Emerging Civil War and Chris Mackowski, for chatting about my newest book "Decisions at Chancellorsville"
emergingcivilwar.com/2025/11/04/e...
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ECW Podcast: Decisions at Chancellorsville (wit Sarah Kay Bierle) - Emerging Civil War
What were the critical decisions at the battle of Chancellorsville that proved to be “moments of no return”? Historian Sarah Kay Bierle joins the Emerging Civil War Podcast to talk about her new book,...
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November 5, 2025 at 10:34 PM
Podcasting again! Thanks, Emerging Civil War and Chris Mackowski, for chatting about my newest book "Decisions at Chancellorsville"
emergingcivilwar.com/2025/11/04/e...
emergingcivilwar.com/2025/11/04/e...
Some autumn colors at New Market Battlefield State Historical Park!
October 25, 2025 at 2:21 PM
Some autumn colors at New Market Battlefield State Historical Park!
Finally! Getting around to posting some belated photos from Antietam Institute Fall Conference. It was an especially informative event, and we got to tour many farms and homes that are still privately owned while learning about civilians and afternoon.
October 15, 2025 at 10:42 PM
Finally! Getting around to posting some belated photos from Antietam Institute Fall Conference. It was an especially informative event, and we got to tour many farms and homes that are still privately owned while learning about civilians and afternoon.
Early autumn sunset at Gettysburg battlefield
September 27, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Early autumn sunset at Gettysburg battlefield
Sunday afternoon at George Washington Birthplace National Monument.
September 14, 2025 at 9:41 PM
Sunday afternoon at George Washington Birthplace National Monument.
Thanks Savas Beatie and Gettysburg Heritage Center for hosting the 2025 Author Meet-Up! So fun to join on Saturday & hope the rest of the event goes well.
It was really delightful to meet Rachael Mellen and purchase her new book!
It was really delightful to meet Rachael Mellen and purchase her new book!
September 6, 2025 at 10:59 PM
Thanks Savas Beatie and Gettysburg Heritage Center for hosting the 2025 Author Meet-Up! So fun to join on Saturday & hope the rest of the event goes well.
It was really delightful to meet Rachael Mellen and purchase her new book!
It was really delightful to meet Rachael Mellen and purchase her new book!
Just a few more days of this special photography exhibit displayed at Clara Barton Missing Soldiers Office.
You'll see almost life-size images of Civil War nurses, read their stories, and walk through an incredibly historic place.
You'll see almost life-size images of Civil War nurses, read their stories, and walk through an incredibly historic place.
August 29, 2025 at 9:56 PM
Just a few more days of this special photography exhibit displayed at Clara Barton Missing Soldiers Office.
You'll see almost life-size images of Civil War nurses, read their stories, and walk through an incredibly historic place.
You'll see almost life-size images of Civil War nurses, read their stories, and walk through an incredibly historic place.
Taking a walk and thinking about Lafayette and the legacies of the American Revolution.
August 21, 2025 at 10:22 PM
Taking a walk and thinking about Lafayette and the legacies of the American Revolution.
So...I have another book at the printers this year! Official release is next week, and I'll share all then, but if you want to spy on the early details (or pre-order!) click here:
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utpress.org/title/decisi...
August 20, 2025 at 10:24 PM
So...I have another book at the printers this year! Official release is next week, and I'll share all then, but if you want to spy on the early details (or pre-order!) click here:
utpress.org/title/decisi...
utpress.org/title/decisi...
Many thanks to CivilWarTalk for hosting this virtual program last evening! It's a great time to get a copy of "Glorious Courage: John Pelham in the Civil War"
www.savasbeatie.com/glorious-cou...
www.savasbeatie.com/glorious-cou...
August 14, 2025 at 2:40 PM
Many thanks to CivilWarTalk for hosting this virtual program last evening! It's a great time to get a copy of "Glorious Courage: John Pelham in the Civil War"
www.savasbeatie.com/glorious-cou...
www.savasbeatie.com/glorious-cou...
Many thanks to Virginia Museum of the Civil War at New Market Battlefield for hosting a history program and booksigning for "Glorious Courage: John Pelham in the Civil War" last Saturday.
August 11, 2025 at 10:37 PM
Many thanks to Virginia Museum of the Civil War at New Market Battlefield for hosting a history program and booksigning for "Glorious Courage: John Pelham in the Civil War" last Saturday.
Did John Pelham cross paths with Virginia Military Institute Cadets? Yes, and hint: Harpers Ferry.
Come learn more at this event in New Market VA on Sat. August 9, 2025: www.vmi.edu/museums-and-...
Come learn more at this event in New Market VA on Sat. August 9, 2025: www.vmi.edu/museums-and-...
August 8, 2025 at 2:54 PM
Did John Pelham cross paths with Virginia Military Institute Cadets? Yes, and hint: Harpers Ferry.
Come learn more at this event in New Market VA on Sat. August 9, 2025: www.vmi.edu/museums-and-...
Come learn more at this event in New Market VA on Sat. August 9, 2025: www.vmi.edu/museums-and-...
A lively virtual program tonight at work ahead of the anniversary of the Battle of Wilson's Creek on August 10. Thanks to all who attended!
August 7, 2025 at 12:40 AM
A lively virtual program tonight at work ahead of the anniversary of the Battle of Wilson's Creek on August 10. Thanks to all who attended!
Come learn about John Pelham and the Shenandoah Valley this Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 2pm to 4pm at Virginia Museum of the Civil War at New Market Battlefield
Call for tickets: 540-740-3101 between 10 a.m.-4 p.m. daily.
Details: www.vmi.edu/museums-and-...
Call for tickets: 540-740-3101 between 10 a.m.-4 p.m. daily.
Details: www.vmi.edu/museums-and-...
August 4, 2025 at 10:08 PM
Come learn about John Pelham and the Shenandoah Valley this Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 2pm to 4pm at Virginia Museum of the Civil War at New Market Battlefield
Call for tickets: 540-740-3101 between 10 a.m.-4 p.m. daily.
Details: www.vmi.edu/museums-and-...
Call for tickets: 540-740-3101 between 10 a.m.-4 p.m. daily.
Details: www.vmi.edu/museums-and-...
At the 2025 Emerging Civil War Symposium this Friday only! Come by the book table for a personalized book...or always options to order online through the publisher.
www.savasbeatie.com/glorious-cou...
www.savasbeatie.com/glorious-cou...
August 1, 2025 at 10:42 PM
At the 2025 Emerging Civil War Symposium this Friday only! Come by the book table for a personalized book...or always options to order online through the publisher.
www.savasbeatie.com/glorious-cou...
www.savasbeatie.com/glorious-cou...
I'm liking these US Postage Stamps featuring American Revolution battles and how the collection is telling a story between the paintings and the modern views of the battlefield sites.
July 25, 2025 at 9:40 PM
I'm liking these US Postage Stamps featuring American Revolution battles and how the collection is telling a story between the paintings and the modern views of the battlefield sites.
Super excited about this upcoming event on August 9! It's going to be great to be back in the Shenandoah Valley AND talking about John Pelham's time in that region.
Details here: www.vmi.edu/museums-and-...
Details here: www.vmi.edu/museums-and-...
July 23, 2025 at 4:42 PM
Super excited about this upcoming event on August 9! It's going to be great to be back in the Shenandoah Valley AND talking about John Pelham's time in that region.
Details here: www.vmi.edu/museums-and-...
Details here: www.vmi.edu/museums-and-...
Sometimes a quiet refuge is needed.
(Historic Salem Church)
(Historic Salem Church)
July 20, 2025 at 5:32 PM
Sometimes a quiet refuge is needed.
(Historic Salem Church)
(Historic Salem Church)
Many thanks to Central Virginia Battlefields Trust for hosting a booksigning and history talk in Fredericksburg, Virginia, and to all the readers who came! It was so fun to meet in-person, and you all had great questions about artillery and John Pelham.
July 19, 2025 at 5:48 PM
Many thanks to Central Virginia Battlefields Trust for hosting a booksigning and history talk in Fredericksburg, Virginia, and to all the readers who came! It was so fun to meet in-person, and you all had great questions about artillery and John Pelham.
Did I mention there will be COOKIES, history, and books this Saturday?
Saturday, July 19, 2025
Open house 10:30am to 12noon
Community room at Grace Fellowship Church (1600 Stafford Ave, Fredericksburg, VA 22401)
Books available for purchase!
Saturday, July 19, 2025
Open house 10:30am to 12noon
Community room at Grace Fellowship Church (1600 Stafford Ave, Fredericksburg, VA 22401)
Books available for purchase!
July 18, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Did I mention there will be COOKIES, history, and books this Saturday?
Saturday, July 19, 2025
Open house 10:30am to 12noon
Community room at Grace Fellowship Church (1600 Stafford Ave, Fredericksburg, VA 22401)
Books available for purchase!
Saturday, July 19, 2025
Open house 10:30am to 12noon
Community room at Grace Fellowship Church (1600 Stafford Ave, Fredericksburg, VA 22401)
Books available for purchase!
Watching a storm roll in, counting the distance between the lightning strikes and me, and feeling very conscious of the open fields. I did (safely) beat the storm as I raced through a trail scouting visit at Antietam Battlefield.
July 17, 2025 at 12:32 AM
Watching a storm roll in, counting the distance between the lightning strikes and me, and feeling very conscious of the open fields. I did (safely) beat the storm as I raced through a trail scouting visit at Antietam Battlefield.
Save the date: July 19, 2025! Local booksigning in Fredericksburg, Virginia.
Details here: cvbt.org/event/glorio...
Details here: cvbt.org/event/glorio...
July 9, 2025 at 11:50 AM
Save the date: July 19, 2025! Local booksigning in Fredericksburg, Virginia.
Details here: cvbt.org/event/glorio...
Details here: cvbt.org/event/glorio...
Happy Independence Day! Diving into this new book with some poolside reading time.
July 4, 2025 at 10:21 PM
Happy Independence Day! Diving into this new book with some poolside reading time.
Yeah...I know John Pelham didn't make it to the Battle of Gettysburg, but his cannons (the Stuart Horse Artillery) were on East Cavalry Field on July 3, 1863.
"Glorious Courage: John Pelham in the Civil War" is available through Savas Beatie
www.savasbeatie.com/glorious-cou...
"Glorious Courage: John Pelham in the Civil War" is available through Savas Beatie
www.savasbeatie.com/glorious-cou...
July 3, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Yeah...I know John Pelham didn't make it to the Battle of Gettysburg, but his cannons (the Stuart Horse Artillery) were on East Cavalry Field on July 3, 1863.
"Glorious Courage: John Pelham in the Civil War" is available through Savas Beatie
www.savasbeatie.com/glorious-cou...
"Glorious Courage: John Pelham in the Civil War" is available through Savas Beatie
www.savasbeatie.com/glorious-cou...