Children at the Battle of Gettysburg - Their Unforgettable Summer

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In 1863, the children of Gettysburg face an unforgettable summer as the Civil War encroaches on their lives. While they cherish summer's joys, daily chores remain a constant. The town, home to 2,400 residents, has been relatively untouched by the war's devastation, but the looming threat of Confederate forces disrupts their normalcy. As many local men respond to President Lincoln's call to support the Union, the children's awareness of the conflict deepens, transforming their summer into a pivotal moment in history.