Gettysburg National Military Park

national park, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, United States

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Gettysburg National Military Park is located in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, United States. It preserves the site of the Battle of Gettysburg, a pivotal engagement of the American Civil War fought from July 1 to July 3, 1863. This battle is widely considered the turning point of the war, resulting in a significant Confederate defeat.

The park encompasses approximately 9 square miles and features over 1,600 monuments and markers. It also includes the Gettysburg National Cemetery, where President Abraham Lincoln delivered his famous Gettysburg Address in November 1863. The park serves as a museum and educational site, drawing numerous visitors annually. The Eisenhower National Historic Site is adjacent to the military park.12

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…virtually a museum focusing on Gettysburg National Military Park, 9 square miles (23 square km) in area and site of the hallowed battlefield. The Soldiers’ National Monument in Gettysburg National Cemetery marks the spot where President Abraham Lincoln delivered his Gettysburg Address (November 19, 1863). There are more than 1,600…
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…virtually a museum focusing on Gettysburg National Military Park, 9 square miles (23 square km) in area and site of the hallowed battlefield. The Soldiers’ National Monument in Gettysburg National Cemetery marks the spot where President Abraham Lincoln delivered his Gettysburg Address (November 19, 1863). There are more than 1,600…
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