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Gettysburg, PA
Welcome to the official website of the Borough Government
of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.
Gettysburg was founded in
1786 and named after Samuel Gettys, an early settler and
tavern owner. The confluence of six major roads of the
period caused it to be attractive to travelers and
settlers alike. Although known primarily for its
proximity to the battlefield, the Borough of 7620
residents is also known for its institutions of higher
learning. The Lutheran Theological Seminary was
founded in 1826 and Gettysburg College was established in
1832. Harrisburg Area Community College also has a campus
just outside of Gettysburg.
Centrally located in
Southern Pennsylvania, Gettysburg is 52 miles from
Baltimore, 90 miles from Washington, DC, and 102 miles
from Philadelphia. The main thoroughfare is US Route 30
(The Lincoln Highway) which was the first
trans-continental highway.
For three days in July of
1863, a costly battle raged between the Union and
Confederate armies in and around the Borough. Over 51,000
casualties occurred during this battle. Although the Civil
War continued two years following the battle at
Gettysburg, the battle is viewed as the turning point of
the war.
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This web site is intended as
information for residents of Gettysburg Borough and
other interested parties. Neither Gettysburg
Borough, the Borough Manager, the officers,
employees nor agents of the Borough warrant the
accuracy or timeliness of any information provided.
Information may be updated or changed at any time
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