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Victory Week 2024: Essential Sites Saved at Gettysburg & Beyond
Announcing preservation victories totaling nearly 40 historic acres across three states, including key sites like Gettysburg's Pickett’s Charge and our first land saved at Chickasaw Bayou.
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Upcoming Events
Gettysburg History Hikes and Experiences
June 2 - October 6, 2024
The American Battlefield Trust is proud to present our first-ever Gettysburg History Hikes and Experiences. These educational hikes, tours, and kids...
Generations Event @ Valley Forge
June 15, 2024 @ 2:00 PM EDT | King of Prussia, PA
American Battlefield Trust Generation Event to take place at Valley Forge National Historical Park.
Lee's Headquarters Open House
June 29, 2024 | Gettysburg, PA
During this open house, take the opportunity to visit the home of the widow Mary Thompson, which served as the headquarters of Gen. Robert E. Lee...
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