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Today in History: Historic Reunion of 50,000 Civil War Veterans

6/29/2025

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On June 29, 1913, over 53,000 Union and Confederate veterans convened at the Gettysburg Battlefield to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg. This historic reunion marked the largest gathering of Civil War veterans, symbolizing reconciliation between former adversaries and honoring their shared sacrifices during the conflict.

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On June 29, 1913, over 53,000 Union and Confederate veterans convened at the Gettysburg Battlefield to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg. This historic reunion marked the largest gathering of Civil War veterans, symbolizing reconciliation between former adversaries and honoring their shared sacrifices during the conflict.