The Battle of Gettysburg is widely considered a turning point in the Civil War.

Fought from July 1 to July 3, 1863, it marked the first significant defeat of Confederate General Robert E. Lee’s army, halting his invasion of the North. The battle resulted in substantial casualties on both sides, but it boosted Union morale and solidified General George Meade’s reputation. The Union victory also prevented the Confederacy from gaining international recognition and support, particularly from European nations. Following Gettysburg, the South struggled to regain the initiative, marking a shift in momentum toward the Union.