While many historians have written about the tactics and strategy employed during the 1863 Battle of Gettysburg, they ...

Gettysburg’s geology played an important role in the battle. The rocky landscape of Devil’s Den, which dates back to 180 million years ago, provided cover and defense positions for soldiers.

In July 1863, Union and Confederate forces clashed in the hills of Pennsylvania in a battle that would define the future of the United States. Gettysburg wasn’t just a fight—it was a turning point ...