Battle of Gettysburg took place 150 years ago at a site that is now a national military park . Do n't miss a visit to the battlefield , `` the reason we 're all here , '' says ranger Caitlin Kostic . The battle was fought on July 3, 1863, during the Civil War and resulted in an overwhelming victory for Union forces over Confederate forces.
Battle of Gettysburg took place 150 years ago at a site that is now a national military park . Do n't miss a visit to the battlefield , `` the reason we 're all here , '' says ranger Caitlin Kostic . At the dedication of the Soldiers ' National Cemetery , Lincoln gave historic Gettysburg Address .