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Battle Outside the Swope Manor: July 1, 1863

Yesterday marked 162 years since the battle of Gettysburg began. On July 1, 1863, fighting took place outside of the Swope family’s home as the Eleventh Corps of the Union army retreated through the streets of Gettysburg, towards Cemetery Hill. As th… Read more
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Battle Anniversary and Fourth of July Celebration 2025

Happy summer from the Swope Manor! This week, we will be marking the 162nd anniversary of the battle of Gettysburg. Be sure to keep an eye out in the coming weeks for additional blog posts marking events connecting the Swope Manor and the battle/the … Read more
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Memorial Day 2025 in Gettysburg

This weekend, Gettysburg will be honoring our nation’s heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice. From 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM on Monday, May 26th, a Civil War Memorial Day Commemoration will be taking place at the Pennsylvania Monument on the battlefield.… Read more
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April 2025 Announcement

Happy Spring! As you stroll the streets of the town, you can expect to start seeing all of the beautiful spring blooms opening up. You can also find the orchards in Gettysburg National Military Park beginning to bloom, including in the infamous Peach… Read more