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Gettysburg National Military Park

Gettysburg, Pennsylvania • Adams County

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About This Property

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Gettysburg National Military Park preserves the site of the pivotal July 1863 Battle of Gettysburg, the Civil War's bloodiest engagement. It encompasses vast battlefield landscapes, historic structures, and over 1,300 monuments and memorials, honoring those who fought there.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
District
Acreage
5989
Listed Date
10/15/1966
Other Names
See Also:covered Bridges Of Adams, Cumberland, And Perry Cou

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Military; Politics/Government; Landscape Architecture; Conservation; Historic - Non-aboriginal
Periods of Significance
1850 Ad - 1949 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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