1 lugl 1863 anni - 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
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1 lugl 1863 anni
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~ 160 years ago
