1 Jul 1863 Jahr - Battle of Gettysburg
July 1, 1863 - July 3, 1863
The Confederates were convinced that an invasion and victory
in the North would encourage foreign nations to recognize the
Confederacy and would support peace movements in the North.
General Lee invaded the North and was met by the Union Army
at Gettysburg PA. Soon After 3 days of bloody fighting, Lee’s Army
retreated in defeat
Outcome: Union victory, estimated casualties – 51,000 total (23,000 Union; 28,000 CSA)
Significance: The turning point in the wa
