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  1. Apr 8, 2024 · Visit the site of the Battle of Gettysburg, the Civil War's bloodiest battle and the inspiration for President Lincoln's famous speech. Explore the battlefield, museum, and visitor center with maps, alerts, and education programs.

  2. The Battle of Gettysburg ( locally / ˈɡɛtɪsbɜːrɡ / ⓘ) [14] was a three-day battle in the American Civil War fought between Union and Confederate forces between July 1 and July 3, 1863, in and around Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.

    • July 1–3, 1863
    • Battle of Gettysburg: Lee’s Invasion of the North. In May 1863, Robert E. Lee’s Confederate Army of Northern Virginia had scored a smashing victory over the Army of the Potomac at Chancellorsville.
    • Battle of Gettysburg Begins: July 1. Upon learning that the Army of the Potomac was on its way, Lee planned to assemble his army in the prosperous crossroads town of Gettysburg, 35 miles southwest of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
    • Battle of Gettysburg, Day 2: July 2. As the next day dawned, the Union Army had established strong positions from Culp’s Hill to Cemetery Ridge. Lee assessed his enemy’s positions and determined—against the advice of his defensively minded second-in-command, James Longstreet—to attack the Federals where they stood.
    • Battle of Gettysburg, Day 3: July 3. Early on the morning of July 3, Union forces of the Twelfth Army Corps pushed back a Confederate threat against Culp’s Hill after a seven-hour firefight and regained their strong position.
  3. Discover the stories, events, and experiences of Gettysburg, the historic town where the Civil War battle was fought. Explore the battlefield, the craft beverages, the blossoms, and more in this quaint destination.

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  4. Learn about the turning point of the Civil War, where Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee's invasion was defeated by Union Gen. Meade in 1863. Explore the battle facts, maps, videos, articles and more on the American Battlefield Trust website.

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  5. Learn about the Civil War battlefield and the Gettysburg Address at Gettysburg, PA, where Abraham Lincoln delivered his famous speech. Find out how to tour the battlefields, visit museums, stay in historic accommodations, and enjoy authentic Civil War cuisine.

  6. Gettysburg is the site of the Eisenhower National Historic Site that preserves the home and farm of Dwight D. Eisenhower. Geography. Gettysburg is located near the intersection of U.S. routes 15 and 30, approximately 25 miles (40 km) west of York and 35 miles (56 km) north of Frederick, Maryland.

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