Understanding the Outcome & Legacy of America's Greatest Civil War Battle – Gettysburg
The Background and
History of the Battle of Gettysburg:
The
Battle of Gettysburg was a pivotal battle in the history of America.
This battle was the largest and most significant confrontation carried out
during the American Civil War between Union forces led by General George Meade
and Confederate troops led by Robert E Lee.
Memorials dedicated towards honoring those who died
celebrating where they fought have been erected all across Pennsylvania-
popular belief offers that Americans from all backgrounds can find some degree
solace amongst such places while also inspiring us all.
Understanding the
Events of the Three-Day Battle:
So what makes this particular battle so noteworthy? Firstly,
it was highly consequential due to its strategic location which enabled both
sides to either control or cut vital railroads supplying their respective
armies with supplies. Secondly, it saw some, casualties - more than that had
been recorded at any other single engagement in North America thus far - making
it an especially bloody affair particularly when examining casualty rates per
unit size used on both sides. Finally, ultimately proving successful for Union
forces helped end Confederate General Robert E Lee’s second invasion into
Northern territory securing a much needed psychological victory for them as
well as ensuring national cohesion remained intact by preserving nationhood
under one flag.
Most notably there is recognition given to Abraham Lincoln
who used this particular battle’s success to solidify his words “That
government shall not perish from world” within. His Gettysburg Address too
would become iconic amongst Americans forever.
If you take our self-guided Gettysburg
Battlefield tour and find yourself looking for more along the same
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