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By Craig Swain, December 27, 2008
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101 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Attack on Cemetery Hill2nd Day
On Baltimore Pike (State Highway 97), on the right when traveling north.
This hill was occupied by Union forces at noon July 1 and provided a rallying point that afternoon for Union soldiers retreating to it from beyond the town. On the evening of July 2, coordinated with the attack on Culp's Hill to your right, 2,000 . . . Map (db m17036) HM
102 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Baltimore Street Facade
On Baltimore Street (U.S. BUS 15) at South Street, on the right when traveling south on Baltimore Street. Reported missing.
341 Baltimore well represents the evolutionary style of many Gettysburg buildings. This three story front building, built in the 1890’s, replaced the original one story wooden structure that stood during the battle and dates back to the 1820’s. . . . Map (db m75640) HM
103 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Baltimore Street: An Historic Corridor
On Lefever Street at Baltimore Street, on the right when traveling north on Lefever Street.
At noon on July 1, 1863, Union troops advanced along Baltimore Street to the fields north of the town. A few hours later they were routed by the Confederates, and fled toward Cemetery Hill. One half block north of this point, Anna . . . Map (db m66442) HM
104 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Basil Biggs
On Long Lane just north of Lincoln Lane, on the right when traveling north.
In the days after the Confederate Army retreated from the North in July 1863, civilians labored to bury the thousands of soldiers lying dead in towns and hillsides across south-central Pennsylvania. It was an enormous task, and most of the bodies . . . Map (db m31235) HM
105 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Battery B, 1st Pennsylvania Light Artillery
Near Baltimore Pike.
Battery B 1st. Pa. L’t. Artillery Organized in Lawrence Co. Pa. April 26, 1861. Discharged June 9, 1865 Engagements Dranesville Mechanicsville Gaines’ Mills New Market Cs. Rds. Bull Run, 2d Groveton South Mountain . . . Map (db m150884) HM
106 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Battery B, First Pennsylvania Light ArtilleryArtillery Brigade, First Corps
On Baltimore Pike (State Highway 97), on the right when traveling north.
(Front):Cooper's Battery B First Pennsylvania Light Artillery, (Penn'a Reserve Vol. Corps.) Artillery Brigade, First Corps. Present at Gettysburg, 114 Officers and Men. Killed 3 Wounded 9. Ammunition expended: (4 guns) 1050 Rounds. . . . Map (db m40502) HM
107 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Battery B, Fourth U.S. ArtilleryArtillery Brigade - First Corps — Army of the Potomac —
On Baltimore Pike (State Highway 97), on the right when traveling north.
Army of the Potomac First Corps Artillery Brigade Battery B Forth U.S. Artillery Six 12 pounders Lieut. James Stewart commanding July 1 In position about 200 yards south of the Seminary until 3 p.m. when ordered to the support of Brig. General . . . Map (db m16911) HM
108 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Battery G, Fourth U.S. ArtilleryArtillery Brigade - Eleventh Corps — Army of the Potomac —
Near Baltimore Pike (State Highway 97), on the right when traveling south.
Army of the Potomac Eleventh Corps Artillery Brigade Battery G Fourth U.S. Artillery Six 12 pounders Lieut. Eugene A. Bancroft Commanding July 1 Arrived at Gettysburg about 11 a.m. Advanced and took position two sections on Barlow's Knoll the . . . Map (db m16870) HM
109 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Battery I, First Ohio ArtilleryEleventh Corps — Army of the Potomac —
Near Baltimore Pike (State Highway 97), on the right when traveling south.
Army of the Potomac Eleventh Corps Battery I First Ohio Artillery Six 12 pounders Captain Hubert Dilger commanding July 1 Arrived at Gettysburg before noon and went into position west of the Carlisle Road. Engaged with two Confederate batteries. . . . Map (db m16873) HM
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110 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Battery I, First Ohio Light ArtilleryDilger's Battery — 11th Corps —
On Howard Avenue, 0.2 miles east of Mummasburg Road, on the right when traveling east.
(Front):Battery I, First Ohio Light Artillery Artillery Brigade Eleventh Corps Capt. Hubert Dilger July 1,2 & 3, 1863. Eidus Et Audax Erected by the State of Ohio (Right): This Battery Captain Huber Dilger Commanding marched with the . . . Map (db m11135) HM
111 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Battery I, First Regiment New York Light Artillery2nd Division — 11th Corps —
On Baltimore Pike (State Highway 97), on the right when traveling north.
(Front):Battery I, First Regiment N.Y. Light Artillery Capt. M. Wiedrich, Commanding 2nd. Division 11th. Corps, July 1st. 2nd. & 3rd. 1863. (Back):Casualties, 3 killed, 10 wounded.Map (db m17253) HM
112 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Battery K, First Ohio Light ArtilleryArtillery Brigade 11th Corps
On Carlisle Street (State Highway 34) at Lincoln Street (Business U.S. 15), on the right when traveling south on Carlisle Street.
(Front):Arriving about noon July 1, 1863, this battery Capt. Lewis Heckman Commanding went into position here in reserve when the 11th Corps began to retire, it engaged the enemy with great gallantry. After severe loss it was withdrawn. . . . Map (db m11040) HM
113 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Battle of GettysburgEast Cemetery Hill — July 2, 1863 —
On Hillcrest Place, 0.1 miles south of Locust Avenue when traveling south.
This hallowed ground witnessed a furious struggle in a climactic moment on July 2, 1863, during the Battle of Gettysburg. Confederate forces attacked and briefly broke the Union line here. After a fierce struggle, the Confederates were forced to . . . Map (db m105076) HM
114 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Better Than a Tent...
On Steinwehr Avenue (Business U.S. 15) 0 miles north of Culp Street, on the right when traveling north.
On the afternoon of July 1, 1863, the Union Army retreated from positions behind you to Cemetery Hill, the high ground in front of you. By early evening Union pickets along this area of the Emmitsburg Road were being harassed by Confederate fire. On . . . Map (db m19062) HM
115 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Bvt. Maj. Gen. Charles H.T. Collis Memorial
Near Taneytown Road (State Highway 134), on the right when traveling north.
Bt. Maj. Gen. Chas. H. T. Collis. U.S.V. Col. 114 Reg't Penn'a Vol. Infty. Collis Zouaves Born Feb. 4, 1838 Died May 11, 1902Map (db m62304) WM
116 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — C.W. Hoffman House
On 117 Chambersburg Street, on the right when traveling west.
Built circa 1842, this house, the last remaining building of the C.W. HOFFMAN carriage-making complex, is linked to one of the most famous anecdotes of the Battle. For here worked Wesley Culp, a native of Gettysburg who moved south as a Confederate . . . Map (db m105493) HM
117 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Camp Colt: The Tank Corps
Near Steinwehr Avenue north of Long Lane, on the left when traveling north.
Camp Colt, established during World War I, was named after the 1800s weapon designer, Samuel Colt. It was the first US post to train soldiers for the newly established Tank Corps. The 192-acre training camp stretched across the fields in front of . . . Map (db m198103) HM
118 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Caught in the Crossfire
Near Baltimore Street (Business U.S. 15) south of Locust Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
After the first day of the battle, Rebel soldiers occupied most of Gettysburg, including the Rupp tannery and the home's backyard. Union sharpshooters fired at the enemy from the front porch. John Rupp and his family were literally caught between . . . Map (db m130311) HM
119 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Caught In The CrossfireShrivers' Home Becomes Sharpshooters' Nest
On Baltimore Street (Business U.S. 15) south of Breckenridge Street, on the right when traveling south.
Imagine having to flee your home because the largest battle of the Civil War roared onto your doorstep. That is exactly what happened to Hettie Shriver and daughters, Sadie (5) and Mollie (3). George and Hettie Shriver moved into this new home in . . . Map (db m227901) HM
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120 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Chambersburg Pike to the Lincoln Highway
On Lincoln Highway (U.S. 30) at Reynolds Street, on the right when traveling west on Lincoln Highway.
The above photo of Chambersburg Pike (Courtesy of Special Collections/Musselman Library, Gettysburg College) was taken in 1863 near where you are standing (white star), looking west. On July 1, 1863, soldiers from the Army of . . . Map (db m130273) HM
121 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Christ Lutheran ChurchCivil War Hospital
On Chambersburg Street (U.S. 30) just east of South Washington Street, on the right when traveling east.
Christ Lutheran Church First Corps July - August, 1863Map (db m66724) HM WM
122 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Citizens of Gettysburg
Near Lincoln Square at Business U.S. 15.
In memory of the citizens of Gettysburg who suffered much during and after those dreadful three days in July 1863.Map (db m105118) HM
123 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Civilians Caught in the Crossfire
On Baltimore Street south of Breckinridge Street when traveling south. Reported missing.
The American Civil War (1861-65) began several months after George and Hettie Shriver and their two daughters, Sadie and Mollie, settled into their new home (left). Shortly thereafter George mustered into Co. C Cole’s Cavalry of the Union Army in . . . Map (db m225454) HM
124 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — 16 — Civilians on Seminary Ridge
On Buford Avenue.
Curious townspeople gathered near the Seminary on the morning of July 1, "all eager to witness a brush with the Confederates and not dreaming of the terrible conflict that was to occur on that day." As soon as the fighting began in earnest, . . . Map (db m66722) HM WM
125 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Co. D. 149th Pennsylvania Volunteers2nd Brigade, 3rd Division, I Army Corps
On West Confederate Avenue at West Middle Street / Fairfield Road (Pennsylvania Highway 116), on the left when traveling south on West Confederate Avenue.
Co. D. 149th Pa. Vol. 2. Brig. 3. Div. I.Army Corps Headquarters Guards Erected and presented to the company by George W. Baldwin in memory of his brother Joseph H. Baldwin who was killed here July 1, 1863, and Alex M. Stuart mortally . . . Map (db m11840) HM
126 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Communications Through MusicUnity Park
On Lefever Street at Wainright Avenue, on the right when traveling east on Lefever Street.
"I don't believe we can have an army without music" General Robert E. Lee, 1864 During the American Civil War, field music provided invaluable communication in camps and on the battlefields. In camp, musicians were always placed . . . Map (db m87819) HM
127 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Company K, First Pennsylvania Reserves(Thirteenth Regiment)
On Chambersburg Road (U.S. 30) at Baltimore Street (Business U.S. 15), on the right when traveling east on Chambersburg Road.
(Center Main Plaque):Company K First Pennsylvania Reserves (Thirteenth Regiment) First (McCandless') Brigade Third (Crawford's) Division Fifth (Sykes') Corps Army of the Potomac Mustered into Pennsylvania service June 8, 1861 Mustered into . . . Map (db m17965) HM
128 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — 15 — Confederate Prisoners of War
On Seminary Ridge Avenue, on the left when traveling south.
Mathew Brady's photograph of three Southern prisoners posing on Seminary Ridge is among the most famous images of Confederate soldiers taken during the Civil War. The stone wall in front of you occupies the ground where the breastworks depicted . . . Map (db m66719) HM WM
129 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Confederate Stronghold
On Baltimore Street (U.S. 15) at South Street, on the right when traveling south on Baltimore Street.
In the afternoon of July 1st, 1863, after Union troops retreated south to Cemetery Hill, this 2½ story brick house was occupied by Confederate sharpshooters. Catherine Sweney and daughter, Lizzie, residents of the house, fled to safety. The . . . Map (db m6174) HM
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130 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Continuing a Tradition: Freemasonry at Gettysburg
On Stienwehr Avenue (State Highway 134) at Washington Street, on the right when traveling north on Stienwehr Avenue. Reported missing.
The Right Worshipful Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Pennsylvania laid and dedicated the cornerstone of the first battlefield monument on July 4, 1865. That Soldier's National Monument is located on the grounds of the Soldiers' . . . Map (db m16907) HM
131 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — 8 — Crisis Comes to the Seminary's Back Door
Originally the Seminary's main building (1832), Schmucker Hall now serves as the Seminary Ridge Museum presenting Civil War exhibits on the first day of the battle, care of the wounded, the religious conflict over slavery, and the experience of . . . Map (db m66681) HM WM
132 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Culp Brothers Memorial
On Steinwehr Avenue (Business U.S. 15), on the right when traveling south.
Dedicated to the Culp Brothers of Adams County, PA. for Duty, Honor, and Sacrifice to their Country, North and SouthMap (db m66634) HM WM
133 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Cunningham's Battery - Dance's BattalionArtillery Reserve - Ewell's Corps — Army of Northern Virginia —
On Seminary Avenue at West Middle Street (Pennsylvania Highway 116), on the right when traveling south on Seminary Avenue.
Army of Northern Virginia Ewell's Corps Artillery Reserve Dance's Battalion Cunningham's Battery The Powhatan Artillery Four 3 inch Rifles July 1 Reached the field in evening too late to take part in the Battle. July 2 Early in the morning took . . . Map (db m15308) HM
134 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Dance's Battalion - First Virginia ArtilleryArtillery Reserve - Ewell's Corps — Army of Northern Virginia —
On Seminary Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
C.S.A. Army of Northern Virginia Ewell's Corps Artillery Reserve Dance's Battalion First Virginia Artillery Cunningham's, Smith's, Watson's, Griffin's and Graham's Batteries Four 20 pounder Parrotts, Four 10 pounder Parrotts Ten 3 inch Rifles, . . . Map (db m15306) HM
135 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Dedicated to the memory of James A. Getty
On Steinwehr Avenue (Business U.S. 15) 0.1 miles north of King Street, on the left when traveling north.
Dedicated to the Memory of James A. Getty For his untiring efforts to inculcate the youth of America by his portrayal of Abraham Lincoln And for his service as a member of the Confederation of Union Generals. Robert E. . . . Map (db m241988) HM
136 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Dr. Rufus Benjamin Weaver1841-1936
On Lefever Street, on the right when traveling east.
Rufus Benjamin Weaver, a native of Gettysburg, was a college student at the time of the battle in 1863. His father Samuel Weaver, a local photographer, supervised the collection and reburial of the Federal troops in the National Cemetery. Because . . . Map (db m77608) HM
137 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Early's DivisionSecond Army Corps — Army of Northern Virginia —
On East Confederate Avenue at Legion Alley East Road, on the left when traveling south on East Confederate Avenue.
C.S.A. Army of Northern Virginia Second Army Corps Early's Division Maj. Gen. Jubal A. Early Hays's Brigade Brig. Gen. Harry T. Hays Smith's Brigade Brig. Gen. William Smith Hoke's Brigade Col. Isaac E. Avery, Col. A.C. Godwin Gordon's Brigade . . . Map (db m167960) HM
138 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Eleventh CorpsArmy of the Potomac
On Howard Avenue, 0.1 miles west of Carlisle Road (Pennsylvania Highway 34), on the right when traveling east.
Army of the Potomac Eleventh Corps Major General Oliver O. Howard First Division Brigadier General Francis C. Barlow Brigadier General Adelbert Ames Second Division Brigadier General Adolph Von Steinwehr Third Division Major General Carl . . . Map (db m11165) HM
139 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — 14 — Elsie Singmaster
On Seminary Ridge Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
Born at Schuylkill Haven, Pennsylvania, Elsie Singmaster came to Gettysburg in 1901 where her father taught and served as president of the Seminary. A prolific writer for almost 50 years, Elsie Singmaster authored more than 300 short stories and . . . Map (db m66711) HM
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140 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Ewell's CorpsArmy of Northern Virginia — Rodes's Early's and Johnson's Divisions —
On Seminary Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
July 4 Having withdrawn under orders from its previous positions the Corps formed line about daybreak on this ridge with its right a short distance south of the Hagerstown Road its left near the Mummasburg Road and its center near here. . . . Map (db m17901) HM
141 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Field Hospitals - Cavalry CorpsMedical Department — Army of the Potomac —
On Baltimore Street (Business U.S. 15) at East High Street, on the right when traveling north on Baltimore Street.
Army of the Potomac Medical Department Field Hospitals Cavalry Corps The Hospitals of the First Division Cavalry Corps were located June 30th in this church and other nearby buildings and fell into the hands of the Confederates on the evening of . . . Map (db m17939) HM
142 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Fifth New York Independent Battery(Taft's) — 2d Brigade, Artillery Reserve —
Near Baltimore Pike (State Highway 97), on the right when traveling south.
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143 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Fifth New York Light ArtilleryArtillery Reserve - Second Volunter Brigade — Army of the Potomac —
On Baltimore Pike (State Road 97) at Slocum Avenue, on the right when traveling south on Baltimore Pike.
Army of the Potomac Artillery Reserve Second Volunteer Brigade Fifth New York Light Artillery Six 20 pounder Parrotts Captain Elijah D. Taft Commanding July 2 Arrived and halted in park about 10.30 a.m. Moved to the Cemetery at 3.30 p.m. and . . . Map (db m9896) HM
144 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — First BrigadeSecond Division - Eleventh Corps — Army of the Potomac —
On Coster Avenue at North Stratton Street, on the right when traveling east on Coster Avenue.
Army of the Potomac Eleventh Corps - Second Division First Brigade Col. Charles R. Coster 134th. 154th. New York 27th. 73d. Pennsylvania Infantry July 1 Arrived about 2 p.m. and went into position on Cemetery Hill supporting Battery I 1st New . . . Map (db m11037) HM
145 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — First BrigadeThird Division - Eleventh Corps — Army of the Potomac —
On Howard Avenue, 0.1 miles east of Mummasburg Road, on the right when traveling east.
Army of the Potomac Eleventh Corps - Third Division First Brigade Brig. Gen. Alex. Schimmelfennig 82d Illinois, 45th. 157th. New York 61st. Ohio, 74th Pennsylvania Infantry July 1 Arrived about 1 p.m. and advanced to connect with the right of . . . Map (db m11089) HM
146 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — First BrigadeThird Division - Second Corps — Army of the Potomac —
On Baltimore Pike (State Highway 97), on the right when traveling north.
Army of the Potomac Second Corps Third Division First Brigade Col. Samuel S. Carroll 14th. Indiana 4th. 8th. Ohio 7th. West Virginia Infantry July 2 Took position in the morning on right of Corps on Cemetery Ridge between the Cemetery and . . . Map (db m17035) HM
147 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — For the Union CauseThe Norris-Wachob Alumni House
Near Penn Hall Drive north of West Water Street, on the right when traveling north.
"Some eighteen wounded of the 1st Corps were carried to the splendid mansion of the Professor [Baugher]. Day and night the family were unremitting in their attention to the wants of the sufferers." — David Weaver, 90th . . . Map (db m130279) HM
148 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Freemasonry at Gettysburg — Gettysburg National Military Park —
Near Steinwehr Avenue (Business U.S. 15) at South Washington Street, on the right when traveling north.
Mortally wounded during Pickett's Charge, Confederate General Lewis Armistead, a Freemason, received aid and comfort from Union Captain Henry Bingham, a fellow Freemason. Their Freemasonry bond of brotherhood transcended battle lines and symbolized . . . Map (db m196111) HM
149 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Friend to Friend Masonic Memorial
Near Steinwehr Avenue (State Highway 134) at Washington Street, on the right when traveling north.
(Front and Back):Friend to Friend A Brotherhood Undivided (Left):Friend to Friend Masonic Memorial This monument is presented by the Right Worshipful Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Pennsylvania and dedicated as a . . . Map (db m16908) HM
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150 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — George Nixon Wounding Site
On Fairview Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
On or near this spot, Pvt. George Nixon 73rd Ohio Infty Great Grandfather of former President Richard Nixon was mortally wounded on July 2, 1863. He died on July 10, 1863 and is buried in the National CemeteryMap (db m218470) HM WM
151 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Gettysburg Address
On Baltimore Pike (State Highway 97), on the right when traveling north.
Nearby, Nov. 19, 1863, in dedicating the National Cemetery, Abraham Lincoln gave the address which he had written in Washington and revised after his arrival at Gettysburg the evening of November 18.Map (db m15129) HM
152 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Gettysburg Address Memorial and Abraham Lincoln Statue
On Baltimore Street, on the right when traveling north.
The Gettysburg Address "Four score and seven years ago our fathers brought forth on this continent a new nation, conceived in Liberty, and dedicated to the proposition that all men are created equal. Now we are engaged in a great civil . . . Map (db m75631) HM WM
153 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Gettysburg CampaignInvasion & Retreat
On Seminary Ridge, 0.2 miles south of Lincoln Highway (U.S. 30), on the right when traveling south.
After stunning victories at Fredericksburg and Chancellorsville, Virginia early in May 1863, Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee carried the war through Maryland, across the Mason-Dixon Line and into Pennsylvania. His infantry marched north through . . . Map (db m192367) HM
154 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Gettysburg CollegeA Consequential Education Inspired By A Consequential Place
On Carlisle Street (Business U.S. 15) south of West Railroad Street, on the right when traveling north.
Top 50 among liberal arts colleges for return on investment within 10 years of enrollment No. 20 in salary potential by payscale.com* 32,000+ active and global alumni network
Gettysburg College is a . . . Map (db m217043) HM
155 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Gettysburg College Rooted in History
On West Lincoln Avenue at Carlisle Street (Pennsylvania Highway 34), on the right when traveling east on West Lincoln Avenue.
Founded in 1832 by leaders including the Rev Samuel Simon Schmucker and Thaddeus Stevens, abolitionist and drafter of the 14th Amendment. Gettysburg Office stood in the path of the Union retreat on July 1, 1863, and Pennsylvania Hall served as a . . . Map (db m11049) HM
156 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Gettysburg R.R. Depot
On Carlisle Street (Business U.S. 15) at West Railroad Street, on the right when traveling north on Carlisle Street. Reported missing.
Built in 1858 in the fashionable Italianate Villa style, this R.R. depot and its attendant telegraph line afforded Gettysburg with modern day transportation and communication. The Battle of Gettysburg expanded its use for unanticipated purposes. On . . . Map (db m32429) HM
157 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Gettysburg Seminary
On North Hay Street, on the right when traveling south.
The Lutheran Theological Seminary is the oldest continuing graduate and professional school of the Lutheran tradition in the Americas. Its campus has long been a crossroads of history. We invite you to walk the steps of the soldiers who fought . . . Map (db m91301) HM
158 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Gettysburg Seminary
On Seminary Ridge, 0.1 miles south of Lincoln Highway (U.S. 30), on the right when traveling south.
The Lutheran Theological Seminary is the oldest continuing graduate and professional school of the Lutheran tradition in the Americas. Its campus has long been a crossroads of history. We invite you to walk the steps of the soldiers who fought . . . Map (db m192368) HM
159 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — 2 — Gettysburg Seminary Ridge Museum
Constructed in 1832 under the leadership of the Reverend Samuel Simon Schmucker, the brick federal-style building was an impressive home for the Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg. In July 1863, as war engulfed Gettysburg, the building . . . Map (db m66762) HM WM
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160 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Goodwill CemeteryEstablished 1867
On Lincoln Lane, on the right when traveling west.
By the Sons of Goodwill, a society of black men for the burial of the colored citizens of Gettysburg. - Interred in this burial ground are 30 "United States Colored Troops" (USCT), Veterans of the Civil War, who were denied burial in the . . . Map (db m69156) HM WM
161 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Gordon's BrigadeEarly's Division - Ewell's Corps — Army of Northern Virginia —
On East Confederate Avenue, on the left when traveling south.
C.S.A. Army of Northern Virginia Ewell's Corps Early's Division Gordon's Brigade 13th. 26th. 31st. 38th. 60th. 61st. Georgia Infantry July 2 After participating in the operations of July 1st at Barlow Knoll and elsewhere it took position in the . . . Map (db m13513) HM
162 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Grand Army of the Republic Hall
On East Middle Street, on the right when traveling east.
This structure, built in 1822, served as the Methodist Church for nearly 50 years and still retains a portion of the original burial ground at the rear. After the battle, wounded were cared for here by the Catholic Sisters of Charity from nearby . . . Map (db m17461) HM
163 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Grand Army of the Republic Memorial
On East Middle Street east of Baltimore Street (Business U.S. 15), on the right when traveling east.
Erected by the members of Corporal Skelly Post No. 1 Dep't. PA. G.A.R. To the memory of their fallen comrades of Adams Co. PA from 1861 to 65Map (db m217055) WM
164 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Griffin's Battery - Dance's BattalionArtillery Reserve - Ewell's Corps — Army of Northern Virginia —
On West Confederate Avenue, on the left when traveling south.
Army of Northern Virginia Ewell's Corps Artillery Reserve Dance's Battalion Griffin's Battery The Salem Artillery Two 3 inch Rifles, Two Napoleons July 1 Reached the field too late to take part in the battle. July 2 Remained in reserve on this . . . Map (db m11878) HM
165 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — 13 — Habitat of Seminary Ridge
Near Seminary Ridge Avenue.
There is a beautiful and diverse natural habitat on Seminary Ridge. At 560 feet above sea level, the ridge is a threshold to the Blue Ridge and Appalachian Mountains to the west. The high ground that was of strategic importance in the Battle of . . . Map (db m66708) HM
166 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Hays's BrigadeEarly's Division - Ewell's Corps — Army of Northern Virginia —
On East Confederate Avenue, on the left when traveling south.
C.S.A. Army of Northern Virginia Ewell's Corps Early's Division Hays's Brigade 5th. 6th. 7th. 8th. 9th. Louisiana Infantry July 1 Advanced at 3 p.m. with Hoke's Brigade flanked Eleventh Corps aided in taking guns pursued retreating Union troops . . . Map (db m13508) HM
167 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Headquarters of the Army of Northern Virginia
On Chambersburg Pike (U.S. 30), on the right when traveling east.
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168 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Henry Culp FarmCivil War Hospital
On East Middle Street just west of South 4th Street, on the left when traveling west.
Henry Culp Farm Johnson's & Early's Divisions July 1863Map (db m159900) HM WM
169 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Highway Headquarters
On Chambersburg Road (U.S. 30), on the right when traveling west. Reported missing.
General Robert E. Lee and his staff planned one of America's greatest battles at this site. Almost a century later the site began offering overnight accommodations to travelers coming to pay homage to their heroes. Gutted by fire in 1896, the . . . Map (db m94496) HM
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170 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Historic Farnsworth House Inn (Circa 1810)
On Baltimore Street (Business U.S. 15) south of South Street, on the right when traveling south.
Historic Farnsworth House (Sweney) was saved from demolition in 1972 by the Shultz's - who began restoration of the house and grounds, restoring it to its original 1863 appearance. Four families have occupied the house and grounds over the past two . . . Map (db m245447) HM WM
171 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Historic Farnsworth House Inn (Est. 1972)
On Baltimore Street (Business U.S. 15) south of South Street.
Celebrating our 50th year of honoring all the brave soldiers that fought and died here, that our nation, under God, has had a new birth of freedom & that our government of the people, by the people, & for the people, has not perished from the earth. . . . Map (db m245492) HM WM
172 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — History of American Field MusicUnity Park
On Lefever Street at Wainright Avenue, on the right when traveling east on Lefever Street.
"The Fire of Patriotism was Burning Me Up...My Mind Was Made Up and I was Bound to Enlist" George T. Ulmer - 8th Maine Volunteers America's First Music Music has always been a significant part of the American military . . . Map (db m87818) HM
173 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Hoke's BrigadeEarly's Division - Ewell's Corps — Army of Northern Virginia —
On East Confederate Avenue, on the left when traveling south.
C.S.A. Army of Northern Virginia Ewell's Corps Early's Division Hoke's Brigade 6th. 21st. 57th. North Carolina Infantry July 1 Advanced at 3 p.m. with Hays's Brigade flanked Eleventh Corps aided in taking two guns repulsed First Brigade Second . . . Map (db m202865) HM
174 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Holding Their LineJuly 3, 5:00 pm
On Steinwehr Avenue north of Long Lane, on the left when traveling north.
At 4:00pm on July 2, the 209 men of the 8th Ohio were ordered to advance and hold this position. For 24 hours the regiment was constantly engaged in “murderous” skirmishes, losing 40 men. During the bombardment on July 3, the “missiles of both . . . Map (db m198087) HM
175 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Hub of HistoryGettysburg's Train Station — Gettysburg Campaign —
On Carlisle Street (Pennsylvania Route 34) at West Railroad Street, on the right when traveling north on Carlisle Street.
The building before you, Gettysburg's iconic train station, played a key role in both misery and grandeur associated with the Battle of Gettysburg. On June 30, 1863, even before vicious fighting began, Union cavalry Gen. John Buford established . . . Map (db m227770) HM
176 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Hurt's Battery - McIntosh's BattalionArtillery Reserve - Hill's Corps — Army of Northern Virginia —
On West Confederate Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
Army of Northern Virginia Hill's Corps Artillery Reserve McIntosh's Battalion Hurt's Battery Hardaway Alabama Artillery Two Whitworths and Two 3 inch Rifles July 1 The Whitworths were in position near Chambersburg Pike west of Herr's Tavern and . . . Map (db m11843) HM
177 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Jennie Wade
On Baltimore Street south of Steinwehr Avenue (Business U.S. 15), on the left when traveling south.
Jennie Wade, aged 20 years 2 months Killed here—July 3, 1863 While making bread for the Union soldiersMap (db m130102) HM
178 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Jennie Wade Birthplace
On Baltimore Street (U.S. 15) at Wade Avenue, on the right when traveling north on Baltimore Street.
In this modest weatherboard house, constructed ca. 1820, Mary Virginia “Jennie” Wade was born on May 21, 1843. Wade, the second of six children of James and Mary Filby Wade, spent her childhood here, attending local schools and . . . Map (db m8169) HM
179 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — John L. Burns
On W High Street west of Washington Street, on the left when traveling west.
Citizen Hero Patriot was in the Battle of Gettysburg July 1st 1863 He joined this church Jan. 28th 1866Map (db m65785) HM
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180 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Johnson's Virginia Battery - McIntosh's BattalionArtillery Reserve - Hill's Corps — Army of Northern Virginia —
On West Confederate Avenue, on the left when traveling south.
Army of Northern Virginia Hill's Corps Artillery Reserve McIntosh's Battalion Johnson's Virginia Battery Two Napoleons and Two 3 inch Rifles July 2 In position here and actively engaged under the heavy fire of Union Sharpshooters and artillery. . . . Map (db m11871) HM
181 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Johnson's Virginia Battery - McIntosh's BattalionArtillery Reserve - Hill's Corps — Army of Northern Virginia —
On West Confederate Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
Army of Northern Virginia Hill's Corps Artillery Reserve McIntosh's Battalion Johnson's Virginia Battery Two Napoleons and Two 3 inch Rifles July 1 In position on hill near Fairfield Road west of Willoughby Run. Not engaged though under fire and . . . Map (db m11873) HM
182 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — July 1, 1863
On Steinwehr Avenue (Business U.S. 15) near Queen Street, on the right when traveling south.
General Reynolds was the first Union General killed in the Battle of Gettysburg. He was carried by aides to this house.Map (db m202945) HM
183 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Kentucky Memorial
Near Taneytown Road (State Highway 134), on the right when traveling north.
Kentucky honors her son, Abraham Lincoln, who delivered his immortal address at the site now marked by the soldiers' monument.Map (db m16865) HM
184 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Lee's Headquarters at GettysburgClimax on Seminary Ridge
On Chambersburg Pike (U.S. 30) west of Seminary Ridge, on the left when traveling east.
"On every side the passion, rage and frenzy of fearless men or reckless boys devoted to slaughter or doomed to death! The same sun that a day before had been shining to cure the wheat-sheaves of the harvest of peace, now glared to . . . Map (db m99768) HM
185 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Lee's Headquarters at GettysburgLife on Seminary Ridge
On Chambersburg Pike (U.S. 30) west of Seminary Ridge, on the right when traveling west.
"Three more acres or less on which are erected a one and a half story stone dwelling house and frame stable … directed and sold and struck off the same unto Thaddeus Stevens, trustee of Mary Thompson, for the sum of sixteen . . . Map (db m99848) HM
186 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Lee's Headquarters at GettysburgRestoring Seminary Ridge
On Chambersburg Pike (U.S. 30) west of Seminary Ridge, on the right when traveling west.
"This is without a doubt the most important preservation effort we've yet undertaken." —Jim Lighthizer, President, Civil War Trust
In the decades after the battle, the Thompson House became a popular . . . Map (db m99896) HM
187 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Lee's Headquarters at GettysburgFighting and Photographs
On Chambersburg Pike (Route 30), on the right when traveling west.
"There was no use in fighting any longer. The enemy had deployed and we were trapped. The town was before us, the enemy on either side, and behind us." —Col. John Musser, 143rd Pennsylvania Infantry
On the . . . Map (db m99965) HM
188 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Lee's Headquarters at GettysburgThe Headquarters Complex
On Chambersburg Pike (U.S. 30) west of Seminary Ridge, on the right when traveling west.
"This house was within the Rebel lines. Occupying an elevated position from which the Federal lines could be seen with a field glass, and being at a safe distance from our guns, it was selected by General Lee and his staff as his . . . Map (db m100012) HM
189 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Lee's Headquarters at GettysburgThree Confederate Prisoners
On Seminary Ridge Drive just south of Chambersburg Pike (U.S. 30), on the right when traveling south.
In mid-July 1863, Mathew Brady and his crew set up a stereoscopic, wet-plate camera here and recorded what is arguably the most iconic of all Civil War photographs. The photo had been widely reproduced for more than a century when historian William . . . Map (db m105962) HM
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190 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Lee's Headquarters At GettysburgThe Dustman Barn Foundation
On Chambersburg Road (U.S. 30) at Seminary Ridge, on the right when traveling west on Chambersburg Road.
The foundation in front of you is all that remains of Casper Henry Dustman’s antebellum barn, a building that stood here during the Battle of Gettysburg. Typical of barns in this area, the wood-framed section was larger than the foundation, which . . . Map (db m118902) HM
191 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Lee's Headquarters At GettysburgThe Riggs House
On Chambersburg Road (U.S. 30) at Seminary Ridge, on the left when traveling west on Chambersburg Road.
In the summer of 1863, Alexander Riggs and his family lived in a house that stood before you, directly across the Chambersburg Pike from Mary Thompson’s. Like most of Gettysburg’s dwellings, the Riggs house was caught up in the whirlwind of battle, . . . Map (db m118903) HM
192 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Lewis's Battery - Garnett's BattalionHeth's Division - Hill's Corps — Army of Northern Virginia —
On West Confederate Avenue, on the left when traveling south.
Army of Northern Virginia Hill's Corps Heth's Division Garnett's Battalion Lewis's Battery The Lewis Artillery Two 3 inch Rifles and Two Napoleons July 1 One of the rifles at 3.30 p.m. relieved one of Pegram's guns on the ridge west of Herr's . . . Map (db m11880) HM
193 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Lieut. General Richard S. Ewell2nd Corps Headquarters — Army of Northern Virginia —
On Hanover Road (State Highway 116) at 6th Street on Hanover Road.
Army of Northern Virginia 2nd Corps Headquarters Lieut. General Richard S. Ewell ——— Divisions Major Genl. Jubal A. Early Major Genl. Edward Johnson Major Genl. R.E. Rodes July 1,2,3,4,5, 1863Map (db m10876) HM
194 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Lincoln Cemetery
On Long Lane, on the right when traveling north.
Established in 1867 by the Sons of Good Will for the proper burial of Gettysburg’s African American citizens and Civil War veterans. Some thirty members of the US Colored Troops are buried here, having been denied burial in the National Cemetery . . . Map (db m31189) HM
195 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Lincoln Cemetery
On Long Lane just north of Lincoln Lane, on the right when traveling north.
Four months after the Battle of Gettysburg, President Abraham Lincoln spoke at the dedication of the Soldiers' National Cemetery. His Gettysburg Address, perhaps the single most famous speech in American history, described a "new birth of freedom" . . . Map (db m31242) HM
196 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Major General John Reynolds
On Baltimore Pike (State Highway 97), on the right when traveling south.
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197 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Major General Oliver Otis Howard
On Baltimore Pike (State Highway 97), on the right when traveling north.
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198 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Major-General Winfield Scott HancockUnited States Army
On Baltimore Pike (State Highway 97), on the right when traveling north.
(Front):Born - February-14-1824 Died - February-9-1886 Major-General Winfield Scott Hancock United States Army (Back): Cadet U.S.M.A. July 1, 1840. Brevet Second Lieut. 6th U.S. Infantry July 1, 1844. Second Lieut. June 18, 1846. . . . Map (db m16972) HM
199 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Mary Virginia Wade
On Baltimore Street (U.S. 15) at Wade Avenue, on the right when traveling north on Baltimore Street.
A heroine of the Battle of Gettysburg was born in this house ---------------------- May 21, 1843 This tablet was unveiled by her sister Georgia Wade McClellan May 21, 1922 Middle Plaque: Historic Gettysburg Birthplace Jenny Wade 1820 . . . Map (db m8166) HM
200 Pennsylvania, Adams County, Gettysburg — Mary Virginia Wade Lived in This House
On Breckenridge Street east of Patrick Alley, on the right when traveling west.
. . . Map (db m130270) HM

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