Our family went to this solemn conflict were so many were killed defending our Constitution and the right of laws. It was very powerful and meaningful for our family to explore and learn about.
Sincerely,
Gettysburg National Military Park
The 1863 battle in this small farming community resulted in more than 50,000 casualties over three days, making it the deadliest engagement of the American Civil War. This battle is now referred to as the “High Water Mark of the Confederacy” — the last meaningful offensive the South would conduct against northern forces. The visitor center at Gettysburg features one of the largest collections of Civil War artifacts in the country.
State(s): Pennsylvania
Established: 1895
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