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"Eight Days at Carlisle," by Christopher J. Palmer
"Eight Days at Carlisle," by Christopher J. Palmer
May 11, 1982

Christopher J. Palmer's essay breaks down the Confederate invasion of Carlisle in 1863 and provides a day-by-day account for June 25 through July 2, 1863. This essay, which specifically focuses on the actions of the Union commanders and Carlisle residents, includes quotations from Dickinson...

Map of "Battle of Gettysburg: First Days Operations"
Map of "Battle of Gettysburg: First Days Operations"
July 4, 1863

This map, published in the Philadelphia Inquirer, shows the operations on the first day of the Battle of Gettysburg (July 1, 1863).

Map of "Carlisle, PA: Bombarded by the Rebels, July 1st"
Map of "Carlisle, PA: Bombarded by the Rebels, July 1st"
July 4, 1863

This map, published in the Philadelphia Inquirer, shows Carlisle in July 1863 when Confederates shelled the town.
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