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Gettysburg Battlefield Historic District

Gettysburg And Vicinity, Pennsylvania • Adams County

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About This Property

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The Gettysburg Battlefield Historic District encompasses the iconic landscape where the pivotal Battle of Gettysburg was fought. It preserves the fields, woods, and topographical features that shaped the course of the Civil War, alongside associated structures and monuments.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
District
Acreage
11820
Listed Date
3/19/1975
Other Names
Battle Of Gettysburg Battlefield;Gettysburg Campaign,Civil W

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Agriculture; Conservation; Military; Transportation; Education; Architecture; Religion
Periods of Significance
1750 Ad - 1924 Ad
National Historic Landmark
No
Level - International
No
Level - National
Yes
Level - State
No
Level - Local
No
Level - Not Indicated
No

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