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Lee’s HQ at Gettysburg, 151 Years Ago

Posted on July 3, 2014 by Emerging Civil War

Earlier this week, in conjunction with the 151st anniversary of the battle of Gettysburg, the Civil War Trust announced a $5.5 million fund-raising effort to acquire Lee’s Headquarters, located on the July 1 battlefield. Visitors today know the property as … Continue reading →

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“One of America’s most significant unprotected sites”

Posted on July 2, 2014 by Emerging Civil War

Yesterday, the Civil War Trust announced a $5.5 million fund-raising initiative to save Lee’s Headquarters at Gettysburg. The Trust has called it “one of America’s most significant unprotected sites.” Here’s a look at the 4.1-acre property the Trust has targeted, … Continue reading →

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Civil War Trust to Acquire Lee’s HQ at Gettysburg

Posted on July 1, 2014 by Emerging Civil War

Some great news today from our friends at the Civil War Trust: On the 151st anniversary of the start of battle of Gettysburg, the Trust has announced a fund-raising effort to acquire one of the most prominent landmarks on the … Continue reading →

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