July: Battle of Gettysburg 150th anniversary
Some 8,000 re-enactors are participating in events marking the 150th anniversary of the July 1-3, 1863 Battle of Gettysburg, considered the turning point in favor of the Union in the American Civil War.
By compiled from wire photos
on July 3, 2013 7:52 PM
Impersonators take part in an Abraham Lincoln look alike contest during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Wednesday, July 3, 2013, in Gettysburg, Pa. Union forces turned away a Confederate advance in the pivotal battle of the Civil War fought July 1-3, 1863, which was also the war's bloodiest conflict with more than 51,000 casualties. less
Impersonators take part in an Abraham Lincoln look alike contest during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Wednesday, July 3, 2013, in Gettysburg, Pa. Union ... more
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
Re-enactors at Gettysburg National Military Park pose for photographs at the end of a commemorative march where Pickett's Charge took place during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Wednesday, July 3, 2013, in Gettysburg, Pa. less
Re-enactors at Gettysburg National Military Park pose for photographs at the end of a commemorative march where Pickett's Charge took place during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the ... more
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
John Newbold, center, and William Krakower, right, prepare a batch of eggs for reenactors participating in ongoing activities in honor of the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Saturday, June 29, 2013, at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa. The Union Army stopped a major Confederate advance during a battle fought July 1-3, 1863, often considered the war's major turning point. less
John Newbold, center, and William Krakower, right, prepare a batch of eggs for reenactors participating in ongoing activities in honor of the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Saturday, June 29, ... more
Photo: Zach Gibson, Associated Press
Trey Brown fans himself with his hat while portraying a Confederate Army solider during the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Saturday, June 29, 2013, at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa. The Union Army stopped a major Confederate advance during a battle fought July 1-3, 1863, often considered the war's major turning point. less
Trey Brown fans himself with his hat while portraying a Confederate Army solider during the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Saturday, June 29, 2013, at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa. The Union ... more
Photo: Zach Gibson, Associated Press
American Civil War re-enactors dance during an evening ball while taking a break from a three-day Battle of Gettysburg re-enactment on June 29, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Some 8,000 re-enactors from the Blue Gray Alliance are participating in events marking the 150th anniversary of the July 1-3, 1863 Battle of Gettysburg. General Robert E. Lee's Army of Northern Virginia was defeated on the third day of the battle, considered the turning point in the American Civil War and a watershed moment in the nation's history. Union and Confederate armies suffered a combined total of some 46,000-51,000 casualties over three days, the highest of any battle the four-year war. less
American Civil War re-enactors dance during an evening ball while taking a break from a three-day Battle of Gettysburg re-enactment on June 29, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Some 8,000 re-enactors from the ... more
Photo: John Moore, Getty Images
Re-enactors stand near luminaries that mark the graves of Union dead at Soldiers' National Cemetery during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Sunday, June 30, 2013, in Gettysburg, Pa. less
Re-enactors stand near luminaries that mark the graves of Union dead at Soldiers' National Cemetery during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Sunday, June 30, ... more
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
From left, Tommy White, Noah Raper and Jim Smith play drums during the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Saturday, June 29, 2013, at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa. The Union Army stopped a major Confederate advance during a battle fought July 1-3, 1863, often considered the war's major turning point. less
From left, Tommy White, Noah Raper and Jim Smith play drums during the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Saturday, June 29, 2013, at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa. The Union Army stopped a major ... more
Photo: Zach Gibson, Associated Press
Ron Musick, left, of Chicago looks on as re-enactors at Gettysburg National Military Park pose for photographs at the end of a commemorative march where Pickett's Charge took place during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Wednesday, July 3, 2013, in Gettysburg, Pa. less
Ron Musick, left, of Chicago looks on as re-enactors at Gettysburg National Military Park pose for photographs at the end of a commemorative march where Pickett's Charge took place during ongoing activities ... more
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
Mackenzie Iesenhower, 5, plays with her umbrella while she helps sell bottled water at the Blue Gray Alliance event in Gettysburg, Pa. on Saturday, June 29, 2013.
Mackenzie Iesenhower, 5, plays with her umbrella while she helps sell bottled water at the Blue Gray Alliance event in Gettysburg, Pa. on Saturday, June 29, 2013.
Photo: Jason Plotkin, Associated Press
Re-enactors portray Pickett's Charge during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Sunday, June 30, 2013, at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa.
Re-enactors portray Pickett's Charge during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Sunday, June 30, 2013, at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa.
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
Re-enactors demonstrate Pickett's Charge during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Sunday, June 30, 2013, at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa.
Re-enactors demonstrate Pickett's Charge during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Sunday, June 30, 2013, at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa.
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
Re-enactors demonstrate Pickett's Charge during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Sunday, June 30, 2013, at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa.
Re-enactors demonstrate Pickett's Charge during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Sunday, June 30, 2013, at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa.
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
Re-enactors snap photos before a demonstration of Pickett's Charge during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Sunday, June 30, 2013, at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa. less
Re-enactors snap photos before a demonstration of Pickett's Charge during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Sunday, June 30, 2013, at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, ... more
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
William H. Hincks, right, portrays his great, great, grandfather Medal of Honor recipient William Bliss Hincks taking a Confederate flag from a color bearer portrayed by Skip Koontz, center, of Sharpsburg Md., at a re-enactment of Pickett's Charge during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Sunday, June 30, 2013, at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa. less
William H. Hincks, right, portrays his great, great, grandfather Medal of Honor recipient William Bliss Hincks taking a Confederate flag from a color bearer portrayed by Skip Koontz, center, of Sharpsburg Md., ... more
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
In this Saturday, June 29, 2013 photo, Luke Johnson, 6, left, and his brother Andrew Johnson, 5, of Carterville, Ill., play after a re-enactment during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa. less
In this Saturday, June 29, 2013 photo, Luke Johnson, 6, left, and his brother Andrew Johnson, 5, of Carterville, Ill., play after a re-enactment during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of ... more
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
Spectators hold their ears during the Static Cavalry Equipment Display and Demo during commemorations of the 150th anniversary of Gettysburg in Gettysburg, Pa. on Tuesday, July 2, 2013.
Spectators hold their ears during the Static Cavalry Equipment Display and Demo during commemorations of the 150th anniversary of Gettysburg in Gettysburg, Pa. on Tuesday, July 2, 2013.
Photo: Clare Becker, Associated Press
Re-enactors at Gettysburg National Military Park pause for the playing of Taps at the end of a commemorative march where Pickett's Charge took place during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Wednesday, July 3, 2013, in Gettysburg, Pa. less
Re-enactors at Gettysburg National Military Park pause for the playing of Taps at the end of a commemorative march where Pickett's Charge took place during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary ... more
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
Visitors to Gettysburg National Military Park take part in a commemorative march where Pickett's Charge took place during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Wednesday, July 3, 2013, in Gettysburg, Pa. less
Visitors to Gettysburg National Military Park take part in a commemorative march where Pickett's Charge took place during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, ... more
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
A young onstestant takes part in an Abraham Lincoln look-alike contest on the 150th anniversary of the historic Battle of Gettysburg on July 3, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. The battle, which took place July 1-3, 1863, is widely considered the turning point in the American Civil War. Federal and Confederate armies suffered a combined total of 51,000 casualties over three days, the highest number of any battle in the four-year war. President Lincoln came 3 1/2 months later to give his Gettysburg Address. less
A young onstestant takes part in an Abraham Lincoln look-alike contest on the 150th anniversary of the historic Battle of Gettysburg on July 3, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. The battle, which took place ... more
Photo: John Moore, Getty Images
In this June 30, 2013 file photo, re-enactors carry a person on a stretcher as they perform Pickett's Charge during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa. less
In this June 30, 2013 file photo, re-enactors carry a person on a stretcher as they perform Pickett's Charge during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg at Bushey ... more
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
Civil War re-enactors and civilians take part in a re-enactment of Pickett's Charge on the 150th anniversary of the historic Battle of Gettysburg on July 3, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. The battle, which took place July 1-3, 1863, is widely considered the turning point in the American Civil War. Federal and Confederate armies suffered a combined total of 51,000 casualties over three days, the highest number of any battle in the four-year war. President Lincoln came 3 1/2 months later to give his Gettysburg Address. less
Civil War re-enactors and civilians take part in a re-enactment of Pickett's Charge on the 150th anniversary of the historic Battle of Gettysburg on July 3, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. The battle, which ... more
Photo: John Moore, Getty Images
Alan Tolbert, 15, of Shippensburg Pa., plays Taps at Gettysburg National Military Park at the end of a commemorative march where Pickett's Charge took place during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Wednesday, July 3, 2013, in Gettysburg, Pa. less
Alan Tolbert, 15, of Shippensburg Pa., plays Taps at Gettysburg National Military Park at the end of a commemorative march where Pickett's Charge took place during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th ... more
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
A child and thousands of others re-enact Pickett's Charge on the 150th anniversary of the historic Battle of Gettysburg on July 3, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania . The Rebel charge, which occurred on July 3, 1863, the last day of the three-day battle, was a decisive Union victory and widely considered the turning point in the American Civil War. Federal and Confederate armies suffered a combined total of 51,000 casualties over three days, the highest number of any battle in the four-year war. less
A child and thousands of others re-enact Pickett's Charge on the 150th anniversary of the historic Battle of Gettysburg on July 3, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania . The Rebel charge, which occurred on July 3, ... more
Photo: John Moore, Getty Images
A boy hugs a General Lee re-enactor after thousands of people re-enacted Pickett's Charge on the 150th anniversary of the historic Battle of Gettysburg on July 3, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania . The Rebel charge, which occurred on July 3, 1863, the last day of the three-day battle, was a decisive Union victory and widely considered the turning point in the American Civil War. Federal and Confederate armies suffered a combined total of 51,000 casualties over three days, the highest number of any battle in the four-year war. less
A boy hugs a General Lee re-enactor after thousands of people re-enacted Pickett's Charge on the 150th anniversary of the historic Battle of Gettysburg on July 3, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania . The Rebel ... more
Photo: John Moore, Getty Images
"General Lee" greets a Union soldier following a re-enactment of Pickett's Charge on the 150th anniversary of the historic Battle of Gettysburg on July 3, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania . The charge, which occurred on July 3, 1863 - the last day of the three-day battle, was a decisive Confederate defeat and widely considered the turning point in the American Civil War in favor of the Union. Federal and Confederate armies suffered a combined total of 51,000 casualties over three days, the highest number of any battle in the four-year war. less
"General Lee" greets a Union soldier following a re-enactment of Pickett's Charge on the 150th anniversary of the historic Battle of Gettysburg on July 3, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania . The charge, which ... more
Photo: John Moore, Getty Images
Visitors to Gettysburg National Military Park take part in a commemorative march where Pickett's Charge took place during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Wednesday, July 3, 2013, in Gettysburg, Pa. less
Visitors to Gettysburg National Military Park take part in a commemorative march where Pickett's Charge took place during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, ... more
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
People watch from the Union lines at Cemetery Hill as thousands of people take part in Pickett's Charge on the 150th anniversary of the historic Battle of Gettysburg on July 3, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania . The Rebel charge, which occurred on July 3, 1863, the last day of the three-day battle, was a decisive Union victory and widely considered the turning point in the American Civil War. Federal and Confederate armies suffered a combined total of 51,000 casualties over three days, the highest number of any battle in the four-year war. less
People watch from the Union lines at Cemetery Hill as thousands of people take part in Pickett's Charge on the 150th anniversary of the historic Battle of Gettysburg on July 3, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania ... more
Photo: John Moore, Getty Images
Re-enactors at Gettysburg National Military Park pause for the playing of Taps ahead of a commemorative march where Pickett's Charge took place during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Wednesday, July 3, 2013, in Gettysburg, Pa. less
Re-enactors at Gettysburg National Military Park pause for the playing of Taps ahead of a commemorative march where Pickett's Charge took place during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of ... more
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
Marty Sampson of Chico, Calif., to Gettysburg National Military Park rest ahead ahead of a commemorative march where Pickett's Charge took place during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Wednesday, July 3, 2013, in Gettysburg, Pa. less
Marty Sampson of Chico, Calif., to Gettysburg National Military Park rest ahead ahead of a commemorative march where Pickett's Charge took place during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of ... more
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
A boy aims his toy gun from Devil's Den to Little Round Top, site of heavy Civil War fighting on July 2, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania on the 150th anniversary of the historic Battle of Gettysburg. The battle, which took place July 1-3, 1863, is widely considered the turning point in the American Civil War. Federal and Confederate armies suffered a combined total of 51,000 casualties over three days, the highest number of any battle in the four-year war. less
A boy aims his toy gun from Devil's Den to Little Round Top, site of heavy Civil War fighting on July 2, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania on the 150th anniversary of the historic Battle of Gettysburg. The ... more
Photo: John Moore, Getty Images
The remains of Civil War soldiers lie buried at the Soldiers' National Cemetery on July 2, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania on the 150th anniversary of the historic battle. Thousands of Civil War soldiers are buried at the site, where, months later, Abraham Lincoln gave his Gettysburg Address. The Union victory, which took place July 1-3, 1863, is widely considered the turning point in the American Civil War. Federal and Confederate armies suffered a combined total of up to 51,000 casualties over three days, the highest number of any battle in the four-year war. less
The remains of Civil War soldiers lie buried at the Soldiers' National Cemetery on July 2, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania on the 150th anniversary of the historic battle. Thousands of Civil War soldiers are ... more
Photo: John Moore, Getty Images
Tourists watch Confederate Civil War re-enactors fire a cannon on the 150th anniversary of the historic Battle of Gettysburg on July 2, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. The battle, which took place July 1-3, 1863, is widely considered the turning point in the American Civil War in favor of the Union. Federal and Confederate armies suffered a combined total of 51,000 casualties over three days, the highest number of any battle in the four-year war. less
Tourists watch Confederate Civil War re-enactors fire a cannon on the 150th anniversary of the historic Battle of Gettysburg on July 2, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. The battle, which took place July 1-3, ... more
Photo: John Moore, Getty Images
Tourist on a Segway watches as Confederate Civil War re-enactors stage a demonstration on the 150th anniversary of the historic Battle of Gettysburg on July 2, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. The battle, which took place July 1-3, 1863, is widely considered the turning point in the American Civil War in favor of the Union. Federal and Confederate armies suffered a combined total of 51,000 casualties over three days, the highest number of any battle in the four-year war. less
Tourist on a Segway watches as Confederate Civil War re-enactors stage a demonstration on the 150th anniversary of the historic Battle of Gettysburg on July 2, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. The battle, ... more
Photo: John Moore, Getty Images
A Confederate Civil War re-enactor smokes a pipe before an artillery re-enactment on the 150th anniversary of the historic Battle of Gettysburg on July 2, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. The battle, which took place July 1-3, 1863, is widely considered the turning point in the American Civil War in favor of the Union. Federal and Confederate armies suffered a combined total of 51,000 casualties over three days, the highest number of any battle in the four-year war. less
A Confederate Civil War re-enactor smokes a pipe before an artillery re-enactment on the 150th anniversary of the historic Battle of Gettysburg on July 2, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. The battle, which ... more
Photo: John Moore, Getty Images
Tourists watch Confederate Civil War re-enactors on the 150th anniversary of the historic Battle of Gettysburg on July 2, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. The battle, which took place July 1-3, 1863, is widely considered the turning point in the American Civil War in favor of the Union. Federal and Confederate armies suffered a combined total of 51,000 casualties over three days, the highest number of any battle in the four-year war. less
Tourists watch Confederate Civil War re-enactors on the 150th anniversary of the historic Battle of Gettysburg on July 2, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. The battle, which took place July 1-3, 1863, is widely ... more
Photo: John Moore, Getty Images
Confederate Civil War re-enactors march to stage an infantry attack for tourists on the 150th anniversary of the historic Battle of Gettysburg on July 2, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. The battle, which took place July 1-3, 1863, is widely considered the turning point in the American Civil War in favor of the Union. Federal and Confederate armies suffered a combined total of 51,000 casualties over three days, the highest number of any battle in the four-year war. less
Confederate Civil War re-enactors march to stage an infantry attack for tourists on the 150th anniversary of the historic Battle of Gettysburg on July 2, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. The battle, which took ... more
Photo: John Moore, Getty Images
Confederate Civil War re-enactors prepare to stage an attack on the 150th anniversary of the historic Battle of Gettysburg on July 2, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. The historic battle, which took place July 1-3, 1863, is widely considered the turning point in the American Civil War in favor of the Union. Federal and Confederate armies suffered a combined total of 51,000 casualties over three days, the highest number of any battle in the four-year war. less
Confederate Civil War re-enactors prepare to stage an attack on the 150th anniversary of the historic Battle of Gettysburg on July 2, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. The historic battle, which took place July ... more
Photo: John Moore, Getty Images
Frank Marron and Colleen Miller stand amidst luminaries marking Civil War graves at the Soldiers' National Cemetery on June 30, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Hundreds of people gathered for the official Civil War ceremony marking the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg. The battle is widely considered the turning point in the Civil War and a watershed moment in U.S. history. Union and Confederate armies suffered a combined total of up to 51,000 casualties over three days, the highest number of any battle in the four-year war. less
Frank Marron and Colleen Miller stand amidst luminaries marking Civil War graves at the Soldiers' National Cemetery on June 30, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Hundreds of people gathered for the official ... more
Photo: John Moore, Getty Images
A Confederate Civil War re-enactor hydrates following Pickett's Charge on the last day of a Battle of Gettysburg re-enactment on June 30, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Some 8,000 re-enactors from the Blue Gray Alliance participated in the event, marking the 150th anniversary of the July 1-3, 1863 Battle of Gettysburg. Confederate General Robert E. Lee's Army of Northern Virginia was routed during the doomed frontal assault, considered the turning point in the Civil War and a watershed moment in U.S. history. Union and Confederate armies suffered a combined total of up to 51,000 casualties over three days, the highest number of any battle in the four-year war. Pickett's charge was named for the Confederate Maj. General George Pickett, whose division of rebel troops was annhilated in the attack. less
A Confederate Civil War re-enactor hydrates following Pickett's Charge on the last day of a Battle of Gettysburg re-enactment on June 30, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Some 8,000 re-enactors from the Blue ... more
Photo: John Moore, Getty Images
An ambulance departs at the end of Pickett's Charge on the last day of a Battle of Gettysburg re-enactment on June 30, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Several people were taken away from the event due to heat exhaustion. Some 8,000 re-enactors from the Blue Gray Alliance participated in the re-enactment, marking the 150th anniversary of the July 1-3, 1863 Battle of Gettysburg. Confederate General Robert E. Lee's Army of Northern Virginia was routed during the doomed frontal assault, considered the turning point in the Civil War and a watershed moment in U.S. history. Union and Confederate armies suffered a combined total of up to 51,000 casualties over three days, the highest number of any battle in the four-year war. Pickett's charge was named for the Confederate Maj. General George Pickett, whose division of rebel troops was annhilated in the attack. less
An ambulance departs at the end of Pickett's Charge on the last day of a Battle of Gettysburg re-enactment on June 30, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Several people were taken away from the event due to heat ... more
Photo: John Moore, Getty Images
Confederate Civil War re-enactors march towards Union lines during Pickett's Charge on the last day of a Battle of Gettysburg re-enactment on June 30, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Some 8,000 re-enactors from the Blue Gray Alliance participated in the event, marking the 150th anniversary of the July 1-3, 1863 Battle of Gettysburg. Confederate General Robert E. Lee's Army of Northern Virginia was routed during the doomed frontal assault, considered the turning point in the Civil War and a watershed moment in U.S. history. Union and Confederate armies suffered a combined total of up to 51,000 casualties over three days, the highest number of any battle in the four-year war. Pickett's charge was named for the Confederate Maj. General George Pickett, whose division of rebel troops was annhilated in the attack. less
Confederate Civil War re-enactors march towards Union lines during Pickett's Charge on the last day of a Battle of Gettysburg re-enactment on June 30, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Some 8,000 re-enactors ... more
Photo: John Moore, Getty Images
Confederate Civil War re-enactors fire cannon towards Union positions ahead of Pickett's Charge on the last day of a Battle of Gettysburg re-enactment on June 30, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Some 8,000 re-enactors from the Blue Gray Alliance participated in the event, marking the 150th anniversary of the July 1-3, 1863 Battle of Gettysburg. Confederate General Robert E. Lee's Army of Northern Virginia was routed during the doomed frontal assault, considered the turning point in the Civil War and a watershed moment in U.S. history. Union and Confederate armies suffered a combined total of up to 51,000 casualties over three days, the highest number of any battle in the four-year war. Pickett's charge was named for the Confederate Maj. General George Pickett, whose division of rebel troops was annhilated in the attack. less
Confederate Civil War re-enactors fire cannon towards Union positions ahead of Pickett's Charge on the last day of a Battle of Gettysburg re-enactment on June 30, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Some 8,000 ... more
Photo: John Moore, Getty Images
Civil War re-enactor Randy Whitaker from Hood's Texas Brigade displays the Texas flag during a three-day Battle of Gettysburg re-enactment on June 29, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Some 8,000 re-enactors from around the United States are participating in events marking the 150th anniversary of the July 1-3, 1863 Battle of Gettysburg. General Robert E. Lee's Army of Northern Virginia was defeated on the third day of the battle, considered the turning point in the American Civil War and a watershed moment in the nation's history. Union and Confederate armies suffered a combined total of some 46,000-51,000 casualties over three days, the highest of any battle the four-year war. less
Civil War re-enactor Randy Whitaker from Hood's Texas Brigade displays the Texas flag during a three-day Battle of Gettysburg re-enactment on June 29, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Some 8,000 re-enactors ... more
Photo: John Moore, Getty Images
Union and Confederate re-enactors skirmish during a re-enactment of the Battle of Gettysburg on June 29, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Some 8,000 re-enactors are participating in events marking the 150th anniversary of the July 1-3, 1863 Battle of Gettysburg, considered the turning point in favor of the Union in the American Civil War. Union and Confederate armies suffered a combined total of some 46,000-51,0000 casualties in the battle, the highest of any conflict of the war. less
Union and Confederate re-enactors skirmish during a re-enactment of the Battle of Gettysburg on June 29, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Some 8,000 re-enactors are participating in events marking the 150th ... more
Photo: John Moore, Getty Images
Reenactors take part in a demonstration of a battle during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Saturday, June 29, 2013, at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa. Union forces turned away a Confederate advance in the pivotal battle of the Civil War fought July 1-3, 1863, which was also the war's bloodiest conflict with more than 51,000 casualties. less
Reenactors take part in a demonstration of a battle during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Saturday, June 29, 2013, at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa. Union ... more
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
Patrick Stultz of New York caries Nathaniel, 2, right, and a friend Liam Barry, 2, of Peoria, Ill., during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Saturday, June 29, 2013, at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa. less
Patrick Stultz of New York caries Nathaniel, 2, right, and a friend Liam Barry, 2, of Peoria, Ill., during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Saturday, June 29, ... more
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
Civil War re-enactors pose for photos after a re-enactment of the Battle of Gettysburg on June 29, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Some 8,000 re-enactors from the Blue Gray Alliance are participating in events marking the 150th anniversary of the July 1-3, 1863 Battle of Gettysburg, considered the turning point in favor of the Union in the American Civil War. Union and Confederate armies suffered a combined total of some 46,000-51,0000 casualties in the battle, the highest of any conflict of the war. less
Civil War re-enactors pose for photos after a re-enactment of the Battle of Gettysburg on June 29, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Some 8,000 re-enactors from the Blue Gray Alliance are participating in ... more
Photo: John Moore, Getty Images
Spectators pose for photos after a re-enactment f the Battle of Gettysburg on June 29, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Some 8,000 re-enactors from the Blue Gray Alliance are participating in events marking the 150th anniversary of the July 1-3, 1863 Battle of Gettysburg, considered the turning point in favor of the Union in the American Civil War. Union and Confederate armies suffered a combined total of some 46,000-51,0000 casualties in the battle, the highest of any conflict of the war. less
Spectators pose for photos after a re-enactment f the Battle of Gettysburg on June 29, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Some 8,000 re-enactors from the Blue Gray Alliance are participating in events marking ... more
Photo: John Moore, Getty Images
A mounted Confederate reenactor takes part in a demonstration of a battle during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Friday, June 28, 2013, at at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa. less
A mounted Confederate reenactor takes part in a demonstration of a battle during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Friday, June 28, 2013, at at Bushey Farm in ... more
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
Reenacotrs demonstrate a battle during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Friday, June 28, 2013, at at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa.
Reenacotrs demonstrate a battle during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Friday, June 28, 2013, at at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa.
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
Reenactors portraying Union soldiers in the Murray's Brigade drill during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Thursday, June 27, 2013, at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa. less
Reenactors portraying Union soldiers in the Murray's Brigade drill during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Thursday, June 27, 2013, at Bushey Farm in ... more
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
Reenactors watch a demonstration of a battle during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Saturday, June 29, 2013, at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa.
Reenactors watch a demonstration of a battle during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Saturday, June 29, 2013, at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa.
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
Confederate reenactors march during the demonstration of a battle during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Saturday, June 29, 2013, at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa. less
Confederate reenactors march during the demonstration of a battle during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Saturday, June 29, 2013, at Bushey Farm in ... more
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
Confederate cavalry re-enactors charge Union forces during a re-enactment of the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg on June 29, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Some 8,000 re-enactors are participating in the event, marking the July 1-3, 1863 Battle of Gettysburg, considered the turning point in favor of the Union in the American Civil War. Union and Confederate armies suffered a combined total of some 46,000-51,0000 casualties in the battle, the highest of any conflict of the war. less
Confederate cavalry re-enactors charge Union forces during a re-enactment of the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg on June 29, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Some 8,000 re-enactors are ... more
Photo: John Moore, Getty Images
A Confederate re-enactor yells orders during a re-enactment of the Battle of Gettysburg on June 29, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Some 8,000 re-enactors are participating in events marking the 150th anniversary of the July 1-3, 1863 Battle of Gettysburg, considered the turning point in favor of the Union in the American Civil War. Union and Confederate armies suffered a combined total of some 46,000-51,0000 casualties in the battle, the highest of any conflict of the war. less
A Confederate re-enactor yells orders during a re-enactment of the Battle of Gettysburg on June 29, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Some 8,000 re-enactors are participating in events marking the 150th ... more
Photo: John Moore, Getty Images
Union reenactors take part in a demonstration of a battle during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Saturday, June 29, 2013, at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa.
Union reenactors take part in a demonstration of a battle during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Saturday, June 29, 2013, at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa.
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
Reenactors fire simulated artillery during a demonstration of a battle during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Saturday, June 29, 2013, at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa. less
Reenactors fire simulated artillery during a demonstration of a battle during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Saturday, June 29, 2013, at Bushey Farm in ... more
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
Union Cavalry arrives at the battlefield during a re-enactment of the Battle of Gettysburg on June 29, 2013, at the start of the 150th Gettysburg celebration in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Over three days, more than 10,000 re-enactors will pay tribute to the battle that took place in Gettysburg on July 1-3, 1863, during the 1861-1865 US Civil War. less
Union Cavalry arrives at the battlefield during a re-enactment of the Battle of Gettysburg on June 29, 2013, at the start of the 150th Gettysburg celebration in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Over three days, more ... more
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Confederate and Union cavalry engage with sabres during a re-enactment of the Battle of Gettysburg on June 29, 2013, at the start of the 150th Gettysburg celebration in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Over three days, more than 10,000 re-enactors will pay tribute to the battle that took place in Gettysburg on July 1-3, 1863, during the 1861-1865 US Civil War. less
Confederate and Union cavalry engage with sabres during a re-enactment of the Battle of Gettysburg on June 29, 2013, at the start of the 150th Gettysburg celebration in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Over three ... more
Photo: KAREN BLEIER, AFP/Getty Images
A Floridian portraying a wounded soldier from the 1st N.C. Infantry takes part of demonstration of a Confederate field hospital during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Friday, June 28, 2013, at the Daniel Lady Farm in Gettysburg, Pa. Union forces turned away a Confederate advance in the pivotal battle of the Civil War fought July 1-3, 1863, which was also the war's bloodiest conflict with more than 51,000 casualties. less
A Floridian portraying a wounded soldier from the 1st N.C. Infantry takes part of demonstration of a Confederate field hospital during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of ... more
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
George Proulx of Cumberland, R.I., plays revelry during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Friday, June 28, 2013, at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa.
George Proulx of Cumberland, R.I., plays revelry during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Friday, June 28, 2013, at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa.
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
Mounted Union reenactors drill during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Thursday, June 27, 2013, in Gettysburg, Pa.
Mounted Union reenactors drill during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Thursday, June 27, 2013, in Gettysburg, Pa.
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
Reenactors portraying Confederate soldiers in the 9th Texas Infantry view the field Pickett's Charge, during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Thursday, June 27, 2013, in Gettysburg, Pa. less
Reenactors portraying Confederate soldiers in the 9th Texas Infantry view the field Pickett's Charge, during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Thursday, June ... more
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
David Dunn of Dallas, with the Confederate 9th Texas Infantry, takes a drink from his mug during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Thursday, June 27, 2013, in Gettysburg, Pa. less
David Dunn of Dallas, with the Confederate 9th Texas Infantry, takes a drink from his mug during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Thursday, June 27, 2013, in ... more
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
Union Army re-enactors leave the field of battle at dusk after the first day of the Blue Gray Alliance re-enactment of the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg on June 28, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Some 8,000 re-enactors are participating in the event, marking the July 1-3, 1863 Battle of Gettysburg, considered the turning point in favor of the Union in the Civil War. Union and Confederate armies suffered a total of 46,000-51,000 casualties in the battle. less
Union Army re-enactors leave the field of battle at dusk after the first day of the Blue Gray Alliance re-enactment of the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg on June 28, 2013 in Gettysburg, ... more
Photo: John Moore, Getty Images
American Civil War re-enactors from the 6th New Hampshire Contraband play while relaxing in their camp after the first day of the Blue Gray Alliance re-enactment of the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg on June 28, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Some 8,000 re-enactors are participating in the event, marking the July 1-3, 1863 Battle of Gettysburg, considered the turning point in favor of the Union in the American Civil War. Union and Confederate armies suffered a total of 46,000-51,000 casualties in the battle, the highest of any engagement of the war. less
American Civil War re-enactors from the 6th New Hampshire Contraband play while relaxing in their camp after the first day of the Blue Gray Alliance re-enactment of the 150th anniversary of the Battle of ... more
Photo: John Moore, Getty Images
American Civil War re-enactors from the 6th New Hampshire Contraband play while relaxing in their camp after the first day of the Blue Gray Alliance re-enactment of the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg on June 28, 2013 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Some 8,000 re-enactors are participating in the event, marking the July 1-3, 1863 Battle of Gettysburg, considered the turning point in favor of the Union in the American Civil War. Union and Confederate armies suffered a total of 46,000-51,000 casualties in the battle, the highest of any engagement of the war. less
American Civil War re-enactors from the 6th New Hampshire Contraband play while relaxing in their camp after the first day of the Blue Gray Alliance re-enactment of the 150th anniversary of the Battle of ... more
Photo: John Moore, Getty Images
Reenactors portraying "ladies of the evening" walk through a shopping area during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Saturday, June 29, 2013, at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa. less
Reenactors portraying "ladies of the evening" walk through a shopping area during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Saturday, June 29, 2013, at Bushey Farm in ... more
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
A shopper views goods in one of the many tents selling items from boots made in them Civil War era maner to souvenirs at Bushey Farm during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Thursday, June 27, 2013, in Gettysburg, Pa. less
A shopper views goods in one of the many tents selling items from boots made in them Civil War era maner to souvenirs at Bushey Farm during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle ... more
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
David Palmer, a.k.a.Confederate General Robert E. Lee, sits at his headquarters during a re-enactment of the Battle of Gettysburg on June 29, 2013, at the start of the 150th Gettysburg celebration in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Over three days, more than 10,000 re-enactors will pay tribute to the battle that took place in Gettysburg on July 1-3, 1863, during the 1861-1865 US Civil War. less
David Palmer, a.k.a.Confederate General Robert E. Lee, sits at his headquarters during a re-enactment of the Battle of Gettysburg on June 29, 2013, at the start of the 150th Gettysburg celebration in ... more
Photo: KAREN BLEIER, AFP/Getty Images
Gary Wear of Apple Valley Calif., with Moody's Battery Confederate artery is seen during a demonstration of a battle during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Friday, June 28, 2013, at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa. Union forces turned away a Confederate advance in the pivotal battle of the Civil War fought July 1-3, 1863, which was also the war’s bloodiest conflict with more than 51,000 casualties. less
Gary Wear of Apple Valley Calif., with Moody's Battery Confederate artery is seen during a demonstration of a battle during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, ... more
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
Women in Civil War era ball gowns help each other undress during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Saturday, June 29, 2013, at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa. Union forces turned away a Confederate advance in the pivotal battle of the Civil War fought July 1-3, 1863, which was also the war’s bloodiest conflict with more than 51,000 casualties. less
Women in Civil War era ball gowns help each other undress during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Saturday, June 29, 2013, at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa. ... more
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
The 24th Michigan "Iron Brigade" prepares to engage the Confederate Army during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Friday, June 28, 2013, at at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa. Union forces turned away a Confederate advance in the pivotal battle of the Civil War fought July 1-3, 1863, which was also the war’s bloodiest conflict with more than 51,000 casualties. less
The 24th Michigan "Iron Brigade" prepares to engage the Confederate Army during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Friday, June 28, 2013, at at Bushey Farm in ... more
Photo: Jeremy Long, Associated Press
The 24th Michigan "Iron Brigade" fires a volley at the Confederate Army during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Friday, June 28, 2013, at at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa. Union forces turned away a Confederate advance in the pivotal battle of the Civil War fought July 1-3, 1863, which was also the war’s bloodiest conflict with more than 51,000 casualties. less
The 24th Michigan "Iron Brigade" fires a volley at the Confederate Army during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Friday, June 28, 2013, at at Bushey Farm in ... more
Photo: Jeremy Long, Associated Press
2nd Sgt. Donnie Mattingly with the 4th Kentucky Co. F lays mortally wounded at the base of the tree during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Friday, June 28, 2013, at at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa. Union forces turned away a Confederate advance in the pivotal battle of the Civil War fought July 1-3, 1863, which was also the war’s bloodiest conflict with more than 51,000 casualties. less
2nd Sgt. Donnie Mattingly with the 4th Kentucky Co. F lays mortally wounded at the base of the tree during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Friday, June 28, ... more
Photo: Jeremy Long, Associated Press
Floridians portray wounded soldiers from the 1st N.C. Infantry as part of demonstration of a Confederate field hospital during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Friday, June 28, 2013, at the Daniel Lady Farm in Gettysburg, Pa. less
Floridians portray wounded soldiers from the 1st N.C. Infantry as part of demonstration of a Confederate field hospital during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, ... more
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
Confederate reenactors prepare for a demonstration of a battle during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Friday, June 28, 2013, at at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa. less
Confederate reenactors prepare for a demonstration of a battle during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Friday, June 28, 2013, at at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, ... more
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
Members of the 1st Tennessee wait to take part in in a demonstration of a battle during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Friday, June 28, 2013, at at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa. less
Members of the 1st Tennessee wait to take part in in a demonstration of a battle during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Friday, June 28, 2013, at at Bushey ... more
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
A mounted Confederate reenactor takes part in a demonstration of a battle during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Friday, June 28, 2013, at at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa. less
A mounted Confederate reenactor takes part in a demonstration of a battle during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Friday, June 28, 2013, at at Bushey Farm in ... more
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
Tripp McMillan of the Overland Park, Kan., portraying a Confederate soldier in the 9th Texas Infantry, eyes the field Pickett's Charge during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Thursday, June 27, 2013, in Gettysburg, Pa. less
Tripp McMillan of the Overland Park, Kan., portraying a Confederate soldier in the 9th Texas Infantry, eyes the field Pickett's Charge during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle ... more
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
Reenactors portraying Union soldiers in the Murray's Brigade cook their rations during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Thursday, June 27, 2013, at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa. less
Reenactors portraying Union soldiers in the Murray's Brigade cook their rations during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Thursday, June 27, 2013, at Bushey Farm ... more
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
A member of Union's Murray's Brigade lights his pipe during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Thursday, June 27, 2013, at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa.
A member of Union's Murray's Brigade lights his pipe during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Thursday, June 27, 2013, at Bushey Farm in Gettysburg, Pa.
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press
Mike Wilkinson, of San Antonio, portraying a soldier with the 4th Texas Infantry, smokes a pipe during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Thursday, June 27, 2013, in Gettysburg, Pa. less
Mike Wilkinson, of San Antonio, portraying a soldier with the 4th Texas Infantry, smokes a pipe during ongoing activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Thursday, June 27, ... more
Photo: Matt Rourke, Associated Press