The performance of Jeff Daniels as Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain in Gettysburg is one of the most renowned in the history of Civil War films. Did you know that another famous actor was the director's first choice? We sit down with Ron Maxwell to talk about the challenges of casting Chamberlain, including a Russell Crowe story! Check out our other Gettysburg 30th Anniversary videos: https://bit.ly/47TPKAD | American Battlefield Trust