A New Birth of Freedom
The Battle of Gettysburg was a turning point in the Civil War, the Union victory that ended General Robert E. Lee's second and most ambitious invasion of the North. Often referred to as the "High Water Mark of the Rebellion", Gettysburg was the war's bloodiest battle with 51,000 casualties. It was also the inspiration for President Abraham Lincoln's immortal "Gettysburg Address".
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Come to the Park!
Ranger programs, guided tours, concerts and special events make Gettysburg a special place to visit. Need suggestions? We have some for you!
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Start Your Visit Here
Begin your visit at the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center!
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Ranger Programs at Gettysburg
Summer may be at an end but the park offers Ranger-guided programs in the fall, too!
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The David Wills House
The 1863 home of Gettysburg attorney David Wills was the center of post-battle activity and where Abraham Lincoln completed the Gettysburg Address.
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From the Fields of Gettysburg
Is history worthy of a blog? YES! Are park activities and projects worth talking about? ABSOLUTELY! Find out more on the official park blog!
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Did You Know?
"French Mary" Tepe, a vivandiere with the 114th Pennsylvania Infantry, assisted with the wounded at Gettysburg and was photographed after the battle by Mathew Brady.