John Burns: Forgotten hero of Gettysburg | Past PA | Pennsylvania history

Опубликовано: 11 Апрель 2025
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The Battle of Gettysburg is one of the best-known engagements of the American Civil War. It was a bloody battle that is often cited as a turning point in the war. But what is less well known are the exploits of Gettysburg resident John Burns, and the actions that earned him the title, Hero of Gettysburg.    • Past PA | Lessons from Pennsylvania h...

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0:00 Gettysburg, 1863
0:36 Confederate invasion
1:22 A cantankerous fellow
3:10 The Iron Brigade
4:04 An innocent farmer
4:37 A momentous victory
5:41 Lincoln & last days
7:01 Learn more

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