The Battle of Gettysburg

The Battle of Gettysburg, fought from July 1 to July 3, 1863, was a pivotal event in the American Civil War. It took place in and around Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, between Union forces led by General George Meade and Confederate troops commanded by General Robert E. Lee. The battle resulted in a significant defeat for Lee, marking a turning point in the war. The Union victory ended Lee's invasion of the North and boosted Northern morale. It also paved the way for President Abraham Lincoln's famous Gettysburg Address, emphasizing unity and the principles of human equality.