On July 3, 1863, the Battle of Gettysburg, the largest battle ever fought on the American continent, culminated in a decisive victory for the Union forces.
Over the course of three days, the Union Army of the Potomac, under the command of General George G Meade, successfully repelled the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia, led by General Robert E Lee.
This monumental clash, marked by intense combat and significant casualties on both sides, proved to be a turning point in the US Civil War.
The Union's victory not only halted Lee's invasion of the North but also bolstered Northern morale, paving the way for future successes and ultimately contributing to the preservation of the United States.