There is a house in Gettysburg that predates any other currently standing edifice today. It is the one structure that truly was established “four score and seven years” before the town’s infamous Battle of Gettysburg of Civil War renown. I am, of course, referring to none other than the Historic Alexander Dobbin House. Standing out … Continue reading Delving Into Dobbin House History
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Discovering the Daniel Lady Farm Backstory
Many historic farms and homesteads dot the landscape of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. And so many of these places served significant roles in the landmark three-day Battle of Gettysburg during the American Civil War. The Historic Daniel Lady Farm is one such example. It is, in fact, on this 146-acre stretch of land that the annual Battle of … Continue reading Discovering the Daniel Lady Farm Backstory
The Lesser-Known Foundational History of Gettysburg
It’s natural that most folks, upon hearing any mention of “Gettysburg” tend to think of the significant role the quaint community played during the American Civil War. That is, after all, the borough’s most enduring historical claim to fame. But what about all that other Gettysburg history predating the Civil War? More often than not … Continue reading The Lesser-Known Foundational History of Gettysburg