Battle of Gettysburg
2nd 2 days
Event Information
Union vs Confederate
When?
Wednesday, Jul 1, 1863, 12:00 AM
Where?
Gettysburg, Adams County, Pennsylvania 39.811°N 77.225°W
Forces Involved & Comanders
Union : 22,815 & General George Meade
Confederate : 22,700 & General Robert E. Lee
Significance...
The battle of Gettysburg is important because its a turning point in the war, ensuring the new protection of the nation. It also becomes a symbol of how the nation fought against something so cruel such as slavery.