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On this Date in Civil War History: The Battle of Gettysburg - July 1-3, 1863

Easy Plugin for AdSense by Unreal Considered by many historians to be the turning point of the Civil War, the Gettysburg campaign began on 3 June 1863 when elements of General Robert E. Lee’s Army of Northern Virginia began leaving … Continue reading

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On This Date in Civil War History: May 1-3, 1863 - The Battle of Chancellorsville

A brick tavern and family residence at the intersection of the Orange Turnpike and Orange Plank Road, Chancellorsville lent its name to one of the most important battles of the Civil War. Situated at the strategic intersection of five roads … Continue reading

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