On the first day of the Battle of Gettysburg, A Confederate push that took control of Gettysburg occurred.

On July 1, 1863, Confederate forces engaged Union troops in and around the town. Initially, Union soldiers held their ground, but as the day progressed, they were outflanked and forced to retreat to higher ground south of the town. By evening, the Confederates had gained control of Gettysburg, setting the stage for the intense battles that would follow in the subsequent days. This initial success for the Confederacy was pivotal in the overall campaign.