I don't know who or what that " Today in history " poster is , but this little bit of history seems to be not important enough for them to mention , so I will .
Battle of Gettysburg
This most famous and most important Civil War Battle occurred over three hot summer days, July 1 to July 3, 1863, around the small market town of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. It began as a skirmish but by its end involved 160,000 Americans.
Article continues at this link :
http://www.historyplace.com/civilwar/battle.htm
Some pictures here :
http://www.historyplace.com/civilwar/photos.htm
Battle of Gettysburg
This most famous and most important Civil War Battle occurred over three hot summer days, July 1 to July 3, 1863, around the small market town of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. It began as a skirmish but by its end involved 160,000 Americans.
http://www.historyplace.com/civilwar/battle.htm
Some pictures here :
http://www.historyplace.com/civilwar/photos.htm
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