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ABNER DOUBLEDAY ON JULY 1, 1863

(MAY 25 – 10:00 A.M.)

"General Reynolds was killed early this morning. In my opinion, there seems to be no directing person".

When Brigadier General John Buford sent this message to Major General Alfred Pleasonton on the afternoon of July 1, 1863, did it plant the seed in Major General George Meade's mind that a new commander was needed for the Union First Corps? Join us as we explore the leadership of Major General Abner Doubleday on July 1, 1863.

MEET AT DOUBLEDAY MONUMENT. ENDS AT LUTHERAN SEMINARY. PARK WHERE LEGAL