Gettysburg Essential Info

Overview

Gettysburg National Military Park is in Pennsylvania of USA.

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Basics

Best Time To Go

Mar-Oct

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Current Weather

42 °F

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Fun Facts

1. From July 1 to July 3, 1863, Gettysburg was the site of one of the largest battles of the American Civil War.
2. On November 19, 1863, Gettysburg was where Abraham Lincoln delivered the most celebrated speech in American history,
3. 63 Medals of Honor awarded to Union soldiers for their actions at Gettysburg.
4. There are more than 1,400 monuments, markers and tablets in Gettysburg.
5. It is estimated that there were 23,186 Union losses and 31,621 Confederate casualties in the Battle of Gettysburg.

Popular Foods

1. Braised Beef Short Ribs
2. Goat Cheese Macaroni