Month: April 2015

Dogs of Gettysburg

April 24, 2015

 

Dogs of Gettysburg is a unique combination of gifts for pets and their people. Go in and browse the many items in a Civil War inspired shop. We are sure you will find something to keep you and your pet happy. Our featured items include pet clothing, collars, leashes , beds and dog treats. Feel free to place an order for a custom Civil War Uniform and Kepi – Union or Confederate. In addition enjoy the many hand crafted items from local craftsman and the surrounding area. Pets are welcome ! They are located at 777 Baltimore Street suite 102 Gettysburg,Pa. 17325 across from the tour center. They are closed on Mondays and open from 10 am – 6 pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and 10 am- 7 pm Friday & Saturday open Sundays from 12 – 5 pm.

717-337-DOGS (717-337-3647)

Union Major General Daniel E. Sickles

April 13, 2015

Union Major General Daniel E. Sickles Union Major General Daniel E. Sickles is one of the most controversial figures at Gettysburg.

Commander of the Union 3rd Corps during the Gettysburg campaign, General Sickles was also a politician before & after the War Between the States.

On July 2, 1863, General Sickles was not at all happy with the position on the line that he was assigned.  He felt the higher, more elevated ground to his front would be more defensible & offer his artillery a better field of fire. So, without authorization to do it; General Sickles moved his entire corps forward. This act unhinged the Union line & left the, now exposed, 3rd Corps vulnerable to attack from multiple directions & this is exactly what happened.

There are those who consider General Sickles the “Savior of Gettysburg” & there are those who view his acts as treasonous.

General Sickles was mounted, providing encouragement to his men on July 2nd when a 12 pound confederate cannon ball struck him on the right leg. The general’s horse was unhurt but, the injury would result in amputation for Sickles.

The small diamond shaped marker found on the grounds of the Trostle Farm was placed there in 1901 & marks the location of General Sickles’ wounding.