A unique characteristic of the fighting at Gettysburg was it was the first major battle fought in the North.

Held from July 1 to July 3, 1863, this crucial battle was a defining moment in the Civil War, as Confederate General Robert E. Lee's forces launched an invasion of Union territory. The confrontation served as a turning point, highlighting the fierce combat skills of both sides in a Northern landscape. The Union's victory not only lifted Northern spirits but also highlighted the changing dynamics of the war, emphasizing the high stakes of the conflict.