Gettysburg (Pennsylvania)

Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, is best known for the pivotal Civil War battle fought there from July 1 to July 3, 1863. It was the largest battle in North America and marked a turning point in the war. The Union Army, led by General George Meade, defeated Confederate General Robert E. Lee's forces, halting their invasion of the North. The battle resulted in significant casualties and is often remembered for President Abraham Lincoln's Gettysburg Address, which emphasized equality and national unity. Today, Gettysburg is a historic site, preserving the memory of the battle and its impact on American history.