Gettysburg Campaign
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This Gettysburg Campaign Marker is located on U.S. 30 W approach to Gettysburg.
Waymark Code: WM2E7
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 10/11/2005
Views: 43
The battle of Gettysburg began here the morning of July 1, 1863, when Union cavalry scouts under Gen. Buford met Gen. Hill's army advancing from the west. Arrival of Gen. Ewell's army that afternoon drove Union troops to south of the town.
Marker Name: Gettysburg Campaign
County: Adams
Date Dedicated: 12/12/1947
Marker Type: Roadside
Location: U.S. 30 at W approach to Gettysburg
Category: Military, Civil War
Website: [Web Link]
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