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Field HospitalsHenry Spangler Farm - U.S. Civil War - Gettysburg, PA

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The original structures on the farm including the farm house were constructed circa 1820 by George Plank. The farm was purchased by Henry Spangler in 1862. During the Battle of Gettysburg after, the farm structures served as a field hospital.

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location: Pennsylvania

date approved: 4/17/2012

last visited: never

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Field HospitalsJacob Hummelbaugh Farm House - U.S. Civil War - Gettysburg, PA

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The Hummelbaugh House was used as a Union field hospital where CSA Brigadier General William Barksdale died.

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location: Pennsylvania

date approved: 4/7/2013

last visited: never

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Field HospitalsLydia Leister Farm Barn - U.S. Civil War - Gettysburg, PA

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This turn-of-the-18th-century barn is a contributing structure to the Gettysburg historic district. During and after the battle of Gettysburg, the barn served as a field hospital for wounded Union troops.

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location: Pennsylvania

date approved: 4/20/2013

last visited: never

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Field HospitalsWilliam Patterson Farm House - U.S. Civil War - Gettysburg, PA

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The Park Service recently dumped a bunch of money into this farm house, bringing it back to its former Civil War glory. The house served as a field hospital and was also reportedly hit by a shell during the COnfederate cannonade.

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location: Pennsylvania

date approved: 4/16/2013

last visited: never

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Field HospitalsDobbin House - U.S. Civil War - Gettysburg, PA

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Besides a field hospital, the Dobbin House is also a tavern, restaurant, museum, tourist attraction, Underground Railroad stop, haunted & 100% fun! One of the best ways to put the Civil War into context is to visit this authentic Civil War site.

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location: Pennsylvania

date approved: 4/19/2013

last visited: never

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Field HospitalsFirst Home of Seminary and College - U.S. Civil War - Gettysburg, PA

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This house served as a field hospital during the Civi War and still has an artillery shell stuck in the front of the house. An impressive interpretive out front tells al about this locally famous Civil War site.

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location: Pennsylvania

date approved: 11/17/2010

last visited: 3/19/2011

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Field HospitalsSchmucker Hall - U.S. Civil War - Gettysburg, PA

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Like many buildings in gettysburg, Schmucker Hall 'served' during the Civil War. The structure was used as a field hospital for both armies during the Battle of Gettysburg.

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location: Pennsylvania

date approved: 6/24/2012

last visited: never

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Field HospitalsSt. Francis Xavier Church - U.S. Civil War - Gettysburg, PA

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Beautiful church with strong ties dating back to the Civil War, including serving as a field hospital during the Battle of Gettysburg.

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location: Pennsylvania

date approved: 11/17/2010

last visited: 3/19/2011

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Field HospitalsThe High Street or Common School - U.S. Civil War - Gettysburg, PA

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Yet another public building on High Street which turned hospital during July 1, 1863. The Battle of Gettysburg pushed many building into service during that horrible three day blood bath. A beautiful interpretive out front tells the tale.

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location: Pennsylvania

date approved: 11/7/2010

last visited: never

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Field HospitalsAdams County Courthouse - U.S. Civil War - Gettysburg, PA

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During the Battle of Gettysburg, during the Civil War, this courthouse, then only four years old was used as a hospital, as were most local buildings, albeit, this one was well documented.

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location: Pennsylvania

date approved: 1/12/2013

last visited: 3/19/2011

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Field HospitalsTrinity United Church of Christ - U.S. Civil War - Gettysburg, PA

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Seems like all the churches & schools played a role in the Battle of Gettysburg, the turning point of the Civil War. This church was no exception. It served as a hospital during the battle. A beautiful interpretive out front tells the tale.

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location: Pennsylvania

date approved: 11/17/2010

last visited: never

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Field HospitalsChrist Lutheran Church - U.S. Civil War - Gettysburg, PA

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This old church was one of the first to be used as a field hospital at the onset of the Battle of Gettysburg, June 1, 1863.

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location: Pennsylvania

date approved: 6/1/2011

last visited: 3/19/2011

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Field HospitalsThe Gettysburg Railroad Station - U.S. Civil War - Gettysburg, PA

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The Gettysburg Train Station was in operation from 1858 to 1942. It is famous for Lincoln's visit during his Gettysburg Address and serving as a field hospital during the Battle of Gettysburg in 1863.

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location: Pennsylvania

date approved: 5/21/2011

last visited: 11/17/2012

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Field HospitalsMcPherson Barn - U.S. Civil War - Gettysburg, PA

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One of the most recognizable sites on the Lincoln Highway w/in Gettysburg is the McPherson Barn. This is all that is left of the original farm, w/ this relic being pushed into field hospital service on July 1, 1863, the first day of the great battle.

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location: Pennsylvania

date approved: 6/10/2011

last visited: 11/17/2012

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Field HospitalsPennsylvania Hall - U.S. Civil War - Gettysburg, PA

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The oldest building at Gettysburg College served as a field hospital for both the Confederates and the Union army during the Battle of Gettysburg, July 1 - 3, 1863.

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location: Pennsylvania

date approved: 7/7/2011

last visited: 9/22/2008

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Field HospitalsJosiah Benner Farmhouse - U.S. Civil War - Gettysburg, PA

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On September 19, 2011, Gettysburg National Military Park took possession of the 9-acre property due to its historical significance as the house provided cover for skirmishers during the 1863 battle and was used as a Confederate field hospital.

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location: Pennsylvania

date approved: 4/23/2013

last visited: never

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Field HospitalsYork’s U.S. Army Hospital on Penn Common - U.S. Civil War - York, PA

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After the battle of Gettysburg, Yorkers sent over 30 wagons filled with nurses, volunteers, food and supplies. Doctors at York Hospital treated more than 14,000 soldiers during the war, losing only 200.

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location: Pennsylvania

date approved: 4/3/2013

last visited: never

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Field HospitalsZion Lutheran Church - U.S. Civil War - Middletown, MD

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One of the most prolific landmarks of this proud Civil War town doubled as a field hospital as battles raged nearby. The church overlooks Route 40 - the National Road and is a contributing structure to the Middletown Historic District.

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location: Maryland

date approved: 8/22/2011

last visited: 7/15/2011

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Field HospitalsJoseph Poffenberger Farmstead - U.S. Civil War - Sharpsburg, MD

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The Poffenberger farmstead was a major player during the Battle of Antietam. Union troops bivouacked there the night before the battle & again the next day to treat the wounded. According to the NPS, the log farmhouse was built circa 1770.

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location: Maryland

date approved: 2/12/2012

last visited: never

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Field HospitalsD.R. Miller Farm - U.S. Civil War - Middletown, MD

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After the Battle of Antietam, the Miller Farm served as a field hospital for both the Confederate and Union Armies.

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location: Maryland

date approved: 1/15/2012

last visited: never

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Field HospitalsDunker Church - U.S Civil War - Sharpsburg, MD

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During the battle of Antietam this church was the focal point of a number of Union attacks against the Conf. left flank. Most after action reports by commanders of both sides, including Union Gen. Hooker & Conf. Stonewall Jackson refer to the church.

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location: Maryland

date approved: 12/12/2011

last visited: 3/23/2013

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Field HospitalsEntler Hotel - U.S. Civil War - Shepherdstown, WV

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Union soldiers were treated in this former hotel after the bloody battle of Antietam.

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location: West Virginia

date approved: 8/21/2012

last visited: never

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Field HospitalsEast Nottingham Friends Meetinghouse - American Revolutionary War - Calvert, Maryland

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Historic Quaker meeting house used as a hospital during the American Revolutionary War in Calvert, Maryland.

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location: Maryland

date approved: 11/10/2010

last visited: never

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Field HospitalsThe Stone House - U.S. Civil War - Manassas, VA

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The historic stone house was used as a hospital for both Union and Confederate soldiers during the both Battles of Manassas. It is near the intersection of Sudley Road and Lee Highway, in the Manassas National Battlefield Park, Manassas, VA.

posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member Lat34North

location: Virginia

date approved: 12/6/2010

last visited: 4/28/2013

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