Ayr Township near McConnellsburg in Fulton County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Confederate Dead
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., December 23, 2009
1. Confederate Dead Marker
Two Confederate soldiers, killed June 29, 1863, in a skirmish with Union troops, were buried here by local residents. The monument in their honor was erected by Daughters of the Confederacy.
Erected 1947 by Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Cemeteries & Burial Sites • Charity & Public Work • War, US Civil. In addition, it is included in the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, and the United Daughters of the Confederacy series lists. A significant historical date for this entry is June 29, 1778.
Location. This marker has been replaced by another marker nearby. It was located near 39° 55.442′ N, 77° 59.025′ W. Marker was near McConnellsburg, Pennsylvania, in Fulton County. It was in Ayr Township. Marker was on Buchanan Trail (Pennsylvania Route 16), on the right when traveling north. Memorial is about 150 feet north of the intersection of Buchanan Trail and Horton Road (Township Road 505). Touch for map. Marker was at or near this postal address: 547 Buchanan Trail (PA Route 16), Mc Connellsburg PA 17233, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this location. Confederate Soldiers (here, next to this marker); Gettysburg Campaign (here, next
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Related marker. Click here for another marker that is related to this marker. This marker has been replaced by the linked marker.
Also see . . . Confederate Dead (McConnellsburg) - Behind the Marker. ExplorePAHistory.com (Submitted on July 19, 2011, by Mike Wintermantel of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.)
Additional commentary.
1. Wording on marker has been changed.
The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission has replaced the text, in May, 2021, on two markers with significant revisions that view Confederate milestones through a more critical lens. This was done not without some protests.
The text on this marker now
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., December 23, 2009
2. Confederate Dead Marker
UDC Memorial to right.
During the invasion of Pennsylvania by the Confederate Army, raiding parties crossed into Fulton County to steal horses, live-stock, and supplies. On June 29, 1863, Union troops of the 1st New York Cavalry attacked the enemy soldiers, killing two, injuring several, and taking 32 prisoners, including the captain. These were the first Confederate soldiers killed in battle on Pennsylvania soil, and they were buried here by local residents.
The marker’s title has been changed from “Confederate Dead” to “Gettysburg Campaign.”
— Submitted December 15, 2021, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama.
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., December 23, 2009
3. Confederate Dead Marker
Looking NW on Buchanan Trail (PA Route 16) toward McConnellsburg.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 7, 2023. It was originally submitted on February 5, 2010, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 2,133 times since then and 38 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on February 5, 2010, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.
