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Gettysburg National Military Park Halts Outdoor Events, but Reenactments Still March On

Extreme heat has led to changes in Gettysburg's Civil War commemorations, with outdoor programming suspended at the National Military Park and reenactments continuing at Daniel Lady Farm under safety ...
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This town was the site of the Civil War’s bloodiest battle—and it’s one of the best places to visit for America’s 250th

This is one of the country's most important destinations.
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160th Battle of Gettysburg anniversary: Events and tours this weekend

GETTYSBURG, Pa. — The Gettysburg National Military Park is commemorating the 160th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg with walking tours, talks and reenactments this weekend. The three-day battle ...
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How weather likely impacted the Battle of Gettysburg's extensive death toll

This Day In Weather History is a daily podcast by Chris Mei from The Weather Network, featuring stories about people, communities and events and how weather impacted them. Between July 1 and 3, 1863, ...
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Insider's guide to 15 unforgettable spring adventures in Gettysburg

It’s been a long cold winter, which makes these unforgettable spring adventures in Gettysburg even more enticing if you’re ...
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Nationally recognized museum tells the story of Gettysburg before, during and after battle | Travel Smart

GETTYSBURG, Pa. — The Gettysburg Beyond the Battle Museum takes visitors on a historical journey from a unique perspective and has received national attention. The museum, located in Cumberland ...
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Gettysburg tells the story of more than a battle − the military park shows what national ‘reconciliation’ looked like for decades after the Civil War

On Nov. 19, 1863, President Abraham Lincoln traveled to Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, to dedicate a cemetery at the site of the bloodiest battle of the Civil War. Four months before, about 50,000 soldiers ...