Battle Walk: In the Shadows of the Trees- The 2nd U.S. Sharpshooters on July 2, 1863

Join Ranger John Nicholas for a Battle Walk Program discussing the 2nd United States Sharpshooters and their actions on July 2, 1863.

Step into the woods with the green-uniformed elite of the 2nd U.S. Sharpshooters. On July 2, 1863, these hand-picked marksmen undertook a dangerous mission on the Union left. This walk traces their route through rugged terrain and heavy fire, revealing how their daring delay helped shape the defense of Little Round Top.

These 2-hour intensive programs examine unique portions of the battlefield, cover significant distances, and cross rough/uneven terrain. It is strongly recommended that visitors bring plenty of water, appropriate seasonal clothing, and sturdy hiking shoes. Please park vehicles with all four wheels on the pavement. Programs may start and end at different locations.

More information: https://www.nps.gov/thingstodo/gett-battle-walks.htm

You may also like the following events from Gettysburg National Military Park:

• This Friday, 26th September, 07:00 pm, Fall Campfire: Twilight of the Blue & Gray- The Last Reunion of Civil War Veterans at Gettysburg in Gettysburg
• This Saturday, 27th September, 07:00 pm, Fall Campfire: Beyond the Sobriquet- The Men of the Iron Brigade in Gettysburg
• This Sunday, 28th September, 10:00 am, Battle Walk: Pickett's Charge in Gettysburg

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