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Ewell’s Corps, Army of Northern Virginia

Jenny — Mon, 31 May 2010 02:14:39 +0000

The Second Corps was also known as Ewell’s Corps. The corps is honored by a monument and a tablet.

About the Main Monument

When was it dedicated? Erected December 1906.

What is it made out of? Foundation: Concrete. Monument: Granite. Plaque: Bronze.

What size is it? Rough-hewn monolith, seven feet tall.

Who made it? Albert Russell & Sons Co. of Newburyport, Massachusetts. Erected by the United States War Department.

What does it depict? A rectangular granite monument, with a large bronze tablets thereon, describing the engagements and movements of each army corps. Rock-faced granite monolith, 4’2?x2?, 7? high, with bronze narrative tablet mounted on obverse polished face.

What does it honor? One of the Confederate army corps monuments, denoting the service of the Second Corps, Army of Northern Virginia.

How is it inscribed? The monument reads,

ARMY OF NORTHERN VIRGINIA
SECOND ARMY CORPS
Lieutenant General Richard S. Ewell

Early’s Division Major General Jubal A. Early
Johnson’s Division Major General Edward Johnson
Rodes’s Division Major General R. E. Rodes
Artillery Reserve
Eight Batteries Colonel J. Thompson

July 1.The Corps occupied the left of the Confederate line and reached the field in the following order Rodes’s Division by Newville Road about noon and deploying along Oak Ridge soon became engaged Early’s Division on the Harrisburg Road about 1 P. M. and united with Rodes’s left in an attack on the First and Eleventh Corps Union troops and drove them through the town to Cemetery Ridge. Johnson’s Division reached the field about night and not engaged late in the night moved along the railroad and took position on the left of Corps and northeast of town.

July 2. In the early morning Johnson’s Division was ordered to take possession of a wooded hill on the left. Skirmishers were advanced and a desultory fire kept up until 4 P. M. when the artillery from Benner’s Hill opened the firing continued for two hours. The batteries were withdrawn much crippled. The Division about dusk was advanced to the assault in connection with Early’s Division on the right the battle continuing until after dark. A partial success was made by a portion of each division but not being supported on the right was withdrawn to the former positions.

July 3. Early in the morning an attack was made by Johnson’s Division having been reinforced by three brigades from the Corps two other assaults were made but failed. Early’s Division was withdrawn and occupied its former position in the town and not engaged. At night the Corps fell back to the range of hills west of the town.

July 4. The Corps took up line of march during the night.

Casualties Killed 809 Wounded 3823 Missing 1305 Total 5937

When was this photograph taken? March 23, 2012.

Where is it located? Located Gettysburg National Military Park, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania 17325. Located on North Confederate Avenue, north of Mummasburg Road, south of the Peace Memorial.

Is this monument located along the NPS Auto Tour route? Yes.

Has this monument been moved or changed? This monument has not been moved or materially altered.

Monument Details, Alternative Views, and Contextual Views

Secondary Monuments and Markers

Monument Title: Tablet to Rodes’, Early’s, and Johnson’s Divisions

Photographed: May 31, 2009.

Location: West Confederate Avenue, south of Chambersburg Pike. This monument’s location is marked on the above map by a RED pushpin.

Description: Cast iron tablet with raised inscription painted in contrasting color and mounted on fluted cast iron post. 4’4″ high. Tablet 3.8 x 3.4 feet; inscription narrates events associated with Divisions during Battle. Cast by C. Gilbert.

Inscription: Text is as follows,

ARMY OF NORTHERN VIRGINIA
EWELL’S CORPS
RODES’ EARLY’S AND JOHNSON’S DIVISIONS

July 4. Having withdrawn under orders from its previous positions the Corps formed line about daybreak on this ridge with its right a short distance south of the Hagerstown Road its left near the Mummasburg Road and its center near here. Rodes was on the right Johnson on the left and Early on a supporting line in their rear. The breastworks of stone here and the old earthworks beyond the railroad are remains of defenses then thrown up and indicate the position of the front line.

July 5. The three divisions left here at different hours but all were on the march to Hagerstown early in the morning of this day.

Monument Title: Headquarters of General Richard S. Ewell.

Photographed: May 29, 2009.

Location: Hanover Road west of Rock Creek. Located on Hanover Road west of Rock Creek, Borough of Gettysburg. Marker is located on the northeast side of the intersection of Hanover Road and 6th Street. This monument is marked on the map above by a BLUE pushpin.

Description: Erected by the Gettysburg National Parks Commission and completed in 1920-1921; consists of bronze cannon mounted on a granite base. Denotes the location of the headquarters of the Army of Northern Virginia’s Second Corps. 12-pounder bronze Confederate cannon cemented into granite base, 3’2″ sq. 2’7″ high w/ muzzle up. Overall height, 10’6″. Bronze inscription tablet on North face.

At Gettysburg

Commander: Lieut. Gen. Richard Stoddert Ewell (February 8, 1817 – January 25, 1872) was a career United States Army officer and a Confederate general during the American Civil War. He achieved fame as a senior commander under Stonewall Jackson and Robert E. Lee and fought effectively through much of the war, but his legacy has been clouded by controversies over his actions at the Battle of Gettysburg and at the Battle of Spotsylvania Court House. More about this officer.

After Action Report: After Action Report of Lieut. Gen. Richard S. Ewell (will open a pop up window).

Ewell’s Corps, ANV at Gettysburg

EWELL’S CORPS – Early’s Division – Gordon’s Brigade – Hays’ Brigade – Hoke’s Brigade – Smith’s Brigade – Jones’ Battalion – Johnson’s Division – Jones’ Brigade – Nicholls’ Brigade – Steuart’s Brigade – Walker’s Brigade – Latimer’s Battalion – Rodes’ Division – Daniel’s Brigade – Doles’ Brigade – Iverson’s Brigade – O’Neal’s Brigade – Ramseur’s Brigade – Carter’s Battalion – Artillery Reserve – Dance’s Battalion – Nelson’s Battalion

Cavalry Corps, Army of the Potomac

Jenny — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 20:41:33 +0000

The Cavalry Corps was also known as Pleasanton’s Corps.

About the Main Monument

When was it dedicated? Erected December 1906.

What is it made out of? Foundation: Concrete. Monument: Granite. Plaque: Bronze.

What size is it? Rough-hewn monolith, 4’2?x2’4?x 7?H. Bronze inscription tablet, 3’7?x4’1?, mounted on finished face of monolith.

Who made it? Albert Russell & Sons Co. of Newburyport, Massachusetts. Erected by the United States War Department.

What does it depict? A rectangular granite monument, with a large bronze tablets thereon, describing the engagements and movements of each army corps. Crossed Sabers Cavalry Corps Badge incorporated in center top of tablet.

What does it honor? One of the Union army corps monuments, denoting the service of the Cavalry Corps, Army of the Potomac.

How is it inscribed? The monument reads,

ARMY OF THE POTOMAC
CAVALRY CORPS
Major General Alfred Pleasonton

First Division Brigadier General John Buford
Second Division Brigadier General David McM. Gregg
Third Division Brigadier General Judson Kilpatrick
Headquarters Guard
Co. C 1st Ohio Capt. Samuel N. Stanford
Horse Artillery
First Brigade Capt. James M. Robertson
Second Brigade Capt. John C. Tidball

June 29. Buford’s Division advanced and extended its lines to left as far as Hagerstown to discover Confederate forces if any on left of the Army. Gregg’s Division moved to right of the Army to Westminster covering the country toward York and Carlisle by reconnoissances and patrols. Kilpatrick’s Division advanced to Hanover.

June 30. Gamble’s and Devin’s Brigades Buford’s Division advanced to Gettysburg. Kilpatrick’s Division encountered Stuart’s Cavalry at Hanover. Two brigades of Gregg’s Division were ordered to Gettysburg. Huey’s Third Brigade was left at Westminster.

July 1. Gamble’s and Devin’s Brigades encountered Heth’s Division Hill’s Corps on second ridge west of Gettysburg. When 1st and 11th Corps retreated to Cemetery Hill the Cavalry took position first on the left connecting with the town and later further to the left in front of Little Round Top.

July 2. On the arrival of the 3D Corps Buford’s command was ordered to Westminster. Kilpatrick’s Division marched toward Gettysburg and was ordered to the right and was attacked at Hunterstown by a detachment of Stuart’s command which was repulsed.

July 3. Merritt’s Brigade arrived and skirmished with the Confederate right while the 6th U. S. advanced to Fairfield and became engaged. Kilpatrick with Farnsworth’s Brigade took position on left of battle line and made a charge in the afternoon on the Confederate right but was repulsed with loss including General Farnsworth killed. Gregg’s Division on the right was attacked by Stuart’s Cavalry in the afternoon but with the aid of Custer’s Brigade Kilpatrick’s Division the attack was repulsed.

Casualties Killed 5 Officers 86 Men Wounded 39 Officers 315 Men Captured or Missing 8 Officers 399 Men Total 852

When was this photograph taken? June 17, 2012.

Where is it located? Located Gettysburg National Military Park, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania 17325. Located on Pleasonton Avenue near intersection with Humphreys Avenue.

Is this monument located along the NPS Auto Tour route? No.

Has this monument been moved or changed? This monument has not been moved or materially altered.

Monument Details, Alternative Views, and Contextual Views

At Gettysburg

Commander: Maj. Gen. Alfred Pleasonton (July 7, 1824 – February 17, 1897) was a United States Army officer and General of Union cavalry during the American Civil War. He commanded the Cavalry Corps of the Army of the Potomac during the Gettysburg Campaign, including the largest predominantly cavalry battle of the war, Brandy Station. In 1864 he was transferred to the Trans-Mississippi Theater, where he defeated Confederate General Sterling Price in two key battles, effectively ending the war in Missouri. More about this officer.

After Action Report: After Action Report of Maj. Gen. Alfred Pleasonton (will open a pop up window).

Cavalry Corps, AOP at Gettysburg

Cavalry Corps – 1st Artillery Brigade – 2nd Artillery Brigade – First Division – First Brigade – Second Brigade – Third Brigade – Second Division – First Brigade – Second Brigade – Third Brigade – Third Division – First Brigade – Second Brigade

Longstreet’s Corps, Army of Northern Virginia

Jenny — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 01:19:38 +0000

The First Corps was also known as Longstreet’s Corps. The Corps has a monument and an iron position tablet.

About the Main Monument

When was it dedicated? Erected December 1906.

What is it made out of? Foundation: Concrete. Monument: Granite. Plaque: Bronze.

What size is it? Rough-hewn monolith, seven feet tall.

Who made it? Albert Russell & Sons Co. of Newburyport, Massachusetts. Erected by the United States War Department.

What does it honor? One of the Confederate army corps monuments, denoting the service of the First Corps, Army of Northern Virginia.

How is it inscribed? The monument reads,

ARMY OF NORTHERN VIRGINIA
FIRST ARMY CORPS
McLAWS’ DIVISION
Maj. Gen. Lafayette McLaws

Kershaw’s Brigade Brig. Gen. J. B. Kershaw
Barksdale’s Brigade Brig. Gen. William Barksdale
Col. B. G. Humphreys
Semmes’ Brigade Brig. Gen. R J. Semmes
Col. George Bryan
Wofford’s Brigade Brig Gen. W. T Wofford
Artillery Battalion
Four Batteries Col. H. C. Cabell

July 1. The Division reached Marsh Creek four miles from Gettysburg after dark.

July 2. The Division was placed in position facing the Union line on the Emmitsburg Road. About 4 P. M. the batteries opened on the position the Division pressing to the front and the Union troops retiring to the hill in rear. The battle continued until nearly night when a strong Union force met the supporting Division which was cooperating on the left and drove one brigade back and checked the support of the other brigade exposing the left. It was thought prudent not to push further until other troops of the Corps came up. The Division was withdrawn to the first position of Union troops resting at the Peach Orchard the conflict to be renewed in the morning when other orders were received.

July 3. With the exception of severe skirmishing the Division was not engaged and after night disposition were made to withdraw.

July 4. The Division took up the line of march during the night.

Casualties Killed 313 Wounded 1538 Captured or Missing 327 Total 2178

When was this photograph taken? May 29, 2009.

Where is it located? Located Gettysburg National Military Park, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania 17325. Located west side of West Confederate Avenue, South of intersection with the Millerstown Road.

Is this monument located along the NPS Auto Tour route? Yes.

Has this monument been moved or changed? This monument has not been moved or materially altered.

Monument Details, Alternative Views, and Contextual Views

Secondary Monuments and Markers

Monument Title: Tablet to Pickett’s and McLaws’ Division at Black Horse Tavern

Photographed: September 19, 2009.

Location: Black Horse Tavern on the Fairfield Road. Located West of Gettysburg, on North side of Fairfield Road at Black Horse Tavern. This monument is denoted on the map above by a BLUE pushpin.

Description: Marks position of McLaw’s and Pickett’s Division on July 1 & 2. Cast iron tablet with raised inscription painted in contrasting color, mounted on fluted cast iron post. 4’4″ high; tablet 3.8 x 3.4 feet; inscription narrates events associated with Division during Battle. Cast by C. Gilbert.

Inscription: Reads,

Army of Northern Virginia
Longstreet’s Corps
McLaws’s and Pickett’s Divisions

July 1 McLaws’s Division arrived late in the day and camped in this vicinity.

July 2 In the morning McLaws’s Division moved on the road towards Gettysburg but turning to the right half mile this side of Willoughby Run and crossing that stream lower down formed line as marked on the Battlefield. Pickett’s Division marched by this place in the afternoon but followed the other road with some deflections to avoid being seen by the Union Signal Corps and crossing Willoughby Run lay that night in the west side of Spangler’s Woods.

At Gettysburg

Commander: Lieut. Gen. James Longstreet (January 8, 1821 – January 2, 1904) was one of the foremost Confederate generals of the American Civil War and the principal subordinate to General Robert E. Lee, who called him his “Old War Horse.” He served under Lee as a corps commander for many of the famous battles fought by the Army of Northern Virginia in the Eastern Theater, but also with Gen. Braxton Bragg in the Army of Tennessee in the Western Theater. Biographer and historian Jeffry D. Wert wrote that “Longstreet … was the finest corps commander in the Army of Northern Virginia; in fact, he was arguably the best corps commander in the conflict on either side.” More about this officer.

After Action Report: After Action Report of Lieut. Gen. James Longstreet (will open a pop up window).

Longstreet’s Corps, ANV at Gettysburg

LONGSTREET’S CORPS – Hood’s Division – Anderson’s Brigade – Benning’s Brigade – Law’s Brigade – Robertson’s Brigade – Henry’s Battalion – McLaws’ Division – Barksdale’s Brigade – Kershaw’s Brigade – Semmes’ Brigade – Wofford’s Brigade – Cabell’s Battalion – Pickett’s Division – Armistead’s Brigade – Garnett’s Brigade – Kemper’s Brigade – Dearing’s Battalion – Artillery Reserve – Alexander’s Battalion – Eshelman’s Battalion

Hill’s Corps, Army of Northern Virginia

Jenny — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:18:06 +0000

The Third Corps was also known as Hill’s Corps.

About the Main Monument

When was it dedicated? Erected December 1906.

What is it made out of? Foundation: Concrete. Monument: Granite. Plaque: Bronze.

What size is it? Rough-hewn monolith, seven feet tall.

Who made it? Albert Russell & Sons Co. of Newburyport, Massachusetts. Erected by the United States War Department.

What does it honor? One of the Confederate army corps monuments, denoting the service of the Third Corps, Army of Northern Virginia.

How is it inscribed? The monument reads,

ARMY OF NORTHERN VIRGINIA
THIRD ARMY CORPS
Lieutenant General Ambrose P. Hill

Anderson’s Division Major General R. H. Anderson
Heth’s Division Major General Henry Heth
Brigadier General J. J. Pettigrew
Pender’s Division Major General William D. Pender
Brigadier General James H. Lane,
Major General 1. R. Trimble
Artillery Reserve
Nine Batteries Colonel R. Lindsay Walker

July 1. The Corps was near Cashtown. Heth’s Division at 5 A. M. moved towards Gettysburg. Two brigades with artillery advancing across Willoughby Run were soon engaged. Archer’s Brigade was driven across the run. After resting an hour Heth’s Division formed line west of Willoughby Run and advanced with Pender’s Division in reserve. 2.30 P. M. the right of Ewell’s Corps appeared on the left. Pender’s Division was ordered forward. After a severe contest the Union forces were driven back and through the town. The two divisions bivouacked on the ground gained. Anderson’s Division bivouacked two miles in rear.

July 2. Anderson’s Division extended to the right along the crest of hills facing Cemetery Ridge Pender’s Division occupying the crest from the Seminary and joining Anderson’s Division with Heth’s Division in reserve the artillery in position on Seminary Ridge. The First Corps ordered to attack the left of Union forces the Third Corps to cooperate. General Anderson moved forward three brigades connecting with the left of McLaws’s Division and drove the Union forces from their position. Anderson’s right becoming separated from Mclaws’s left and no support coming to these brigades they returned to their former line.

July 3. The Corps occupied the same position. Reserve batteries were placed facing the Union lines. The Confederate line held by Anderson’s Division half of Pender’s and half of Heth’s the remainder of Corps ordered to report to General Longstreet as a support in the assault to be made on the Union position on Cemetery Ridge. About 1 P. M. the artillery along the line opened fire. 3 P. M. the assault was made and failed. Anderson’s Division was held in reserve. The troops fell back to former positions.

July 4. The Corps took up the line of march during the night.

Casualties Killed 837 Wounded 4407 Missing 1491 Total 6735

When was this photograph taken? February 7, 2009.

Where is it located? Located Gettysburg National Military Park, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania 17325. Located on West side of West Confederate Avenue, near North Carolina Memorial, south of McMillan Woods.

Is this monument located along the NPS Auto Tour route? Yes.

Has this monument been moved or changed? This monument has not been moved or materially altered.

Monument Details, Alternative Views, and Contextual Views

Secondary Monuments and Markers

Monument Title: Headquarters of General A.P. Hill

Photographed: December 10, 2006.

Location: West Confederate Avenue at McMillian Woods. This monument is denoted on the map above by a RED pushpin.

Description: Erected by the Gettysburg National Parks Commission and completed in 1920-1921; consists of bronze cannon mounted on a granite base. Denotes the approximate location of A.P. Hill’s headquarters, which were actually located behind Seminary Ridge. 12-pounder bronze Confederate cannon cemented into hexagonal granite base w/ muzzle up. Overall height, 10’6″. 2 bronze inscription tablets on E face. Bronze plate w/ “C.S.A.” inscribed, fastened across gun at trunnion.

At Gettysburg

Commander: Lieut. Gen. Ambrose Powell Hill (November 9, 1825 – April 2, 1865), was a Confederate general in the American Civil War. He gained early fame as the commander of “Hill’s Light Division,” becoming one of Stonewall Jackson’s ablest subordinates. He later commanded a corps under Robert E. Lee in the Army of Northern Virginia before his death in battle just prior to the end of the war. More about this officer.

After Action Report: After Action Report of Lieut. Gen. A.P. Hill (will open a pop up window).

Hill’s Corps, ANV at Gettysburg

HILL’S CORPS – Anderson’s Division – Mahone’s Brigade – Perry’s Brigade – Posey’s Brigade – Wilcox’s Brigade – Wright’s Brigade – Lane’s Battalion – Heth’s Division – Archer’s Brigade – Brockenbrough’s Brigade – Davis’ Brigade – Pettigrew’s Brigade – Garnett’s Battalion – Pender’s Division – Lane’s Brigade – Perrin’s Brigade – Scales’ Brigade – Thomas’ Brigade – Poague’s Battalion – Artillery Reserve – McIntosh’s Battalion – Pegram’s Battalion

Third Corps, Army of the Potomac

Jenny — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 16:36:53 +0000

The Third Corps was also known as Sickles’ Corps.

About the Main Monument

When was it dedicated? Erected December 1906.

What is it made out of? Foundation: Concrete. Monument: Granite. Plaque: Bronze.

What size is it? Rough-hewn monolith, 4’2?x2’4?x 7?H. Bronze inscription tablet, 3’7?x4’1?, mounted on finished face of monolith.

Who made it? Albert Russell & Sons Co. of Newburyport, Massachusetts. Erected by the United States War Department.

What does it depict? A rectangular granite monument, with a large bronze tablets thereon, describing the engagements and movements of each army corps. Diamond Corps Badge incorporated in center of tablet top.

What does it honor? One of the Union army corps monuments, denoting the service of the Second Corps, Army of the Potomac.

How is it inscribed? The monument reads,

When was this photograph taken? May 30, 2009.

Where is it located? Located Gettysburg National Military Park, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania 17325. Located at southeast corner of the intersection of Emmitsburg and Wheatfield Roads.

Is this monument located along the NPS Auto Tour route? No.

Has this monument been moved or changed? This monument has not been moved or materially altered.

Monument Details, Alternative Views, and Contextual Views

Secondary Monuments and Markers

Monument Title: Headquarters of General Daniel E. Sickles

Photographed: June 4, 2011.

Location: United States Avenue, the Trostle Farm. Located on South side of Unites States Avenue near Trostle House. This monument is denoted on the map above by a RED pushpin.

Description: Erected by the Gettysburg National Parks Commission and completed in June 1913; consists of steel cannon mounted on a granite base. Denotes the location of General Daniel E. Sickles, commander of the Third Corps. Rough-hewn, 3-course base 3’2″ sq., 2’7″ high. Wrought iron cannon tube mounted upright on base w/ bronze lozenge corps symbol attached. Overall height, 10’6″ high. Bronze inscription tablet on North face.

At Gettysburg

Commander: Maj. Gen. Daniel Edgar “Dan” Sickles (October 20, 1819 – May 3, 1914) was a colorful and controversial American politician, Union general in the American Civil War, and diplomat. More about this officer.

After Action Report: After Action Report of Maj. Gen. William H. French (will open a pop up window).

Third Corps, AOP at Gettysburg

Third Army Corps – Artillery Brigade – First Division – First Brigade – Second Brigade – Third Brigade – Second Division – First Brigade – Second Brigade – Third Brigade

Sixth Corps, Army of the Potomac

Jenny — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:03:47 +0000

The Sixth Corps was also known as Sedgwick’s Corps.

About the Main Monument

When was it dedicated? Erected December 1906.

What is it made out of? Foundation: Concrete. Monument: Granite. Plaque: Bronze.

What size is it? Rough-hewn monolith, 4’2?x2’4?x 7?H. Bronze inscription tablet, 3’7?x4’1?, mounted on finished face of monolith.

Who made it? Albert Russell & Sons Co. of Newburyport, Massachusetts. Erected by the United States War Department.

What does it depict? A rectangular granite monument, with a large bronze tablets thereon, describing the engagements and movements of each army corps. Greek Cross Corps Badge incorporated in center of tablet top.

What does it honor? One of the Union army corps monuments, denoting the service of the Sixth Army Corps, Army of the Potomac.

How is it inscribed? The monument reads,

ARMY OF THE POTOMAC
SIXTH CORPS
Major General John Sedgwick

First Division Brigadier General Horatio G. Wright
Second Division Brigadier General Albion R Howe
Third Division Major General John Newton
Brigadier General Frank Wheaton
Artillery Brigade Colonel Charles H. Tompkins

The Corps being in reserve its operations were mostly by Brigades independent of each other and of different portions of the field.

July 2. Arrived in the afternoon after a march of over 30 miles. Nevin’s Brigade Wheaton’s Division Bartlett’s Brigade Wright’s Division went into action about sunset on the left centre between the divisions of 5th Corps and assisted in repulsing the Confederate assault. Russell’s and Torbert’s Brigades Wright’s Division was sent to the extreme left of the line east of Round Top. Shaler’s Brigade Wheaton’s Division was held in reserve near the left centre.

July 3. The brigades of the Corps were put into position where needed at different points on the line from right to left until the close of the battle.

Casualties Killed 2 Officers 25 Men Wounded 14 Officers 171 Men Captured or Missing 30 Men Total 242 Men

When was this photograph taken? February 6, 2009.

Where is it located? Located Gettysburg National Military Park, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania 17325. Located on east side of Sedgwick Avenue, north of center.

Is this monument located along the NPS Auto Tour route? No.

Has this monument been moved or changed? This monument has not been changed or materially altered.

Monument Details, Alternative Views, and Contextual Views

Secondary Monuments and Markers

Monument Title: Headquarters of General Sedgwick

Photographed: September 18, 2009.

Location: Sedgwick Avenue. Located on West side of Sedgwick Avenue. This monument is denoted on the map above by a RED pushpin.

Description: Erected by the Gettysburg National Parks Commission and completed in June 1913; consists of steel cannon mounted on a granite base. Denotes the approximate location of the Sixth Corps headquarters. Rough-hewn , 3-course base, 3’2″ sq. 2’7″ high. Wrought iron cannon tube mounted upright on base, w/ bronze Greek cross attached. Overall height, 10’6″ high. Bronze inscription tablet on West face.

At Gettysburg

Commander: Maj. Gen. John Sedgwick (September 13, 1813 – May 9, 1864) was a teacher, a career military officer, and a Union Army general in the American Civil War. His death at the Battle of Spotsylvania Court House is often considered a well known tale of irony. More about this officer.

After Action Report: After Action Report of Maj. Gen. John Sedgwick (will open a pop up window).

Sixth Corps, AOP at Gettysburg

Sixth Army Corps – Artillery Brigade – First Division – First Brigade – Second Brigade – Third Brigade – Second Division – Second Brigade – Third Brigade – Third Division – First Brigade – Second Brigade – Third Brigade

Fifth Corps, Army of the Potomac

Jenny — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 13:39:53 +0000

The Fifth Corps was also known as Sykes Corps. The Corps is honored by a War Department monument and by a granite monument.

About the Main Monument

When was it dedicated? Erected December 1906.

What is it made out of? Foundation: Concrete. Monument: Granite. Plaque: Bronze.

What size is it? Rough-hewn monolith, 4’2?x2’4?x 7?H. Bronze inscription tablet, 3’7?x4’1?, mounted on finished face of monolith.

Who made it? Albert Russell & Sons Co. of Newburyport, Massachusetts. Erected by the United States War Department.

What does it depict? A rectangular granite monument, with a large bronze tablets thereon, describing the engagements and movements of each army corps. Maltese Cross Corps Badge incorporated in center of tablet top.

What does it honor? One of the Union army corps monuments, denoting the service of the Fifth Corps, George Sykes commanding, Army of the Potomac.

How is it inscribed? The monument reads,

ARMY OF THE POTOMAC
FIFTH CORPS
Major General George Sykes

First Division Brigadier General James Barnes
Second Division Brigadier General Romeyn B. Ayres
Third Division Brigadier General Samuel W. Crawford
Artillery Brigade Captain Augustus P. Martin

July 2. Arrived in the morning and went into position on the right of 12th Corps. Later crossed Rock Creek via Baltimore Pike and was massed in the field until late in the afternoon. Moved to the left between 4 and 5 P. M. Barnes’ and Ayres’ Divisions taking possession of Little Round Top and reinforcing the 3D Corps line Crawford’s Division in reserve. All Brigades of the Corps except Fisher’s were engaged at intervals until night.

July 3. Barnes’ Division except Tilton’s Brigade north of Little Round Top with Wright’s Division 6th Corps on the right, left and rear. Ayres’ and Crawford’s Divisions and Tilton’s Brigade on the Round Tops. These positions were held during the day.

July 4. In same positions except reconnaissances from each Division were made in front during the day.

Casualties Killed 28 Officers 337 Men Wounded 129 Officers 1481 Men Captured or Missing 1 Officer 210 Men Total 2186

When was this photograph taken? August 27, 2012.

Where is it located? Located Gettysburg National Military Park, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania 17325. Located on East side of Sykes Ave, north slope of Little Round Top.

Is this monument located along the NPS Auto Tour route? Yes.

Has this monument been moved or changed? This monument has not been moved or materially altered.

Monument Details, Alternative Views, and Contextual Views

Secondary Monuments and Markers

Monument Title: Fifth Corps Headquarters Monument

Photographed: February 6, 2009.

Location: Sedgwick Avenue. Located on the east side of Sedgwick Avenue south of the Wheatfield Road. This monument is marked on the map above by a RED pushpin.

Description: Granite monument known as the Fifth Corps headquarters monument. Dedicated June, 1898. Marks location of Union V Corps headquarters on July 2-5 1863. One of earliest of any headquarters markers in Park. Marker is a granite shaft with a concave cylindrical pedestal and cap and a conical apex top. The shaft has a Maltese Cross of the Fifth Corps on all four faces. The base is 3.1 foot square. Overall height is 6.6 feet.

Monument Title: War Department Headquarters Marker

Photographed: February 6, 2009.

Location: Sedgwick Avenue. Located on East side of Sedwick Avenue. This monument is marked on the map above by a BLUE pushpin.

Description: Erected by the Gettysburg National Parks Commission and completed in June 1913; consists of steel cannon mounted on a granite base. Denotes the location of General Sykes headquarters during the battle. Rough-hewn, 3 course base, 3’2″ sq, 2’7″ high. Wrought iron cannon tube mounted upright on base with bronze Maltese Cross attached. Overall, 10’6″ high. Bronze inscription tablet & location tablet on West face.

At Gettysburg

Commander: Brig. Gen. George Sykes (October 9, 1822 – February 8, 1880) was a career United States Army officer and a Union General during the American Civil War. More about this officer.

After Action Report: After Action Report of Maj. Gen. George Sykes (will open a pop up window).

Fifth Corps, AOP at Gettysburg

Fifth Army Corps – Artillery Brigade – First Division – First Brigade – Second Brigade – Third Brigade – Second Division – First Brigade – Second Brigade – Third Brigade – Third Division – First Brigade – Third Brigade

First Corps, Army of the Potomac

Jenny — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:13:25 +0000

The First Corps was also known as Reynolds’ Corps.

About the Main Monument

When was it dedicated? Erected December 1906.

What is it made out of? Foundation: Concrete. Monument: Granite. Plaque: Bronze.

What size is it? Rough-hewn monolith, 4’2?x2’4?x 7?H. Bronze inscription tablet, 3’7?x4’1?, mounted on finished face of monolith.

Who made it? Albert Russell & Sons Co. of Newburyport, Massachusetts. Erected by the United States War Department.

What does it depict? A rectangular granite monument, with a large bronze tablets thereon, describing the engagements and movements of each army corps. Full Moon Badge incorporated in center of tablet top.

What does it honor? One of the Union army corps monuments, denoting the service of the First Corps, Army of the Potomac.

How is it inscribed? The monument reads,

ARMY OF THE POTOMAC
FIRST CORPS
Major General John F. Reynolds
Major General Abner Doubleday
Major General John Newton

First Division Brigadier General James S. Wadsworth
Second Division Brigadier General John C. Robinson
Third Division Brigadier General Thomas A. Rowley
Major General Abner Doubleday
Artillery Brigade Colonel Charles S. Wainwright

July 1. Arrived at Gettysburg between 10 A. M. and noon. Relieved Buford’s Cavalry and became engaged with Archer’s and Davis’s Brigades Heth’s Division Hill’s Corps. General Reynolds fell mortally wounded about 10.15 A. M. The Confederates having been reinforced from Hill’s and Ewell’s Corps made a vigorous attack at 2 P. M. with superior numbers along the entire line. At 4 P. M. the Corps retired and took positions on Culps Hill and Cemetery ridge.

July 2 & 3. Wadsworth’s Division occupied the north point of Culps Hill connecting with 12th Corps on right and Robinson’s and Rowley’s Divisions on Cemetery Ridge with detachments elsewhere.

Casualties including Corps and Division Staff: Killed 42 Officers 624 Men Wounded 262 Officers 2969 Men Captured or Missing 80 Officers 2079 Men Total 6056

When was this photograph taken? December 11, 2011.

Where is it located? Located Gettysburg National Military Park, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania 17325. Located on West side of South Reynolds Ave, South east of intersection with the Chambersburg Pike.

Is this monument located along the NPS Auto Tour route? Yes.

Has this monument been moved or changed? This monument has not been changed or moved.

Monument Details, Alternative Views, and Contextual Views

Secondary Monuments and Markers

Monument Title: Headquarters of General Abner Doubleday.

Photographed: August 31, 2007.

Location: South Reynolds Avenue. Located on East side of Reynolds Avenue, South of Chambersburg Pike. This monument is denoted on the map above by a RED pushpin.

Description: Erected by the Gettysburg National Parks Commission and completed in June 1913; consists of steel cannon mounted on a granite base. Denotes the location of Abner Doubleday’s headquarters on July 1, 1863. Rough-hewn, 3 course base, 3’2″ sq, 2’7″ high. Wrought iron cannon tube mounted upright on base. Overall 10’6″ high. Bronze inscription tablet & location tablet on West side facing public roads and park avenues.

Monument Title: Headquarters of General John Newton

Photographed: September 3, 2007.

Location: Pleasonton Avenue. Located south side Pleasonton Ave, near Park’s Roller and Storage Building. This monument is denoted on the map above by a BLUE pushpin.

Description: Erected by the Gettysburg National Parks Commission and completed in June 1913; consists of steel cannon mounted on a granite base. Denotes the location of General John Newton’s headquarters on July 2 and 3, 1863. Coursed, rough-hewn base, 3’2″sq, 2’7″H. Wrought Iron cannon tube mounted upright on base. Overall 10’6″H. Bronze inscription tablet on east side facing park avenue and public road.

At Gettysburg

Commander: Maj. Gen. John Fulton Reynolds (September 20, 1820 – July 1, 1863) was a career United States Army officer and a general in the American Civil War. One of the Union Army’s most respected senior commanders, despite having a relatively limited amount of combat experience in the war, he played a key role in committing the Army of the Potomac to the Battle of Gettysburg and was killed at the very start of the battle.

After Action Report: After Action Report of Maj. Gen. Abner Doubleday (will open a pop up window).

First Corps, AOP at Gettysburg

First Army Corps – Artillery Brigade – First Division – First Brigade – Second Brigade – Second Division – First Brigade – Second Brigade – Third Division – First Brigade – Second Brigade – Third Brigade

Second Corps, Army of the Potomac

Jenny — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 16:03:36 +0000

The Second Corps was also known as Hancock’s Corps.

About the Main Monument

When was it dedicated? Erected December 1906.

What is it made out of? Foundation: Concrete. Monument: Granite. Plaque: Bronze.

What size is it? Rough-hewn monolith, 4’2?x2’4?x 7?H. Bronze inscription tablet, 3’7?x4’1?, mounted on finished face of monolith.

Who made it? Albert Russell & Sons Co. of Newburyport, Massachusetts. Erected by the United States War Department.

What does it depict? A rectangular granite monument, with a large bronze tablets thereon, describing the engagements and movements of each army corps. Trefoil Corps Badge incorporated in center of tablet top.

What does it honor? One of the Union army corps monuments, denoting the service of the Second Corps, Army of the Potomac.

How is it inscribed? The monument reads,

ARMY OF THE POTOMAC
SECOND CORPS
Major General Winfield S. Hancock
Brigadier General John Gibbon

First Division Brigadier General John C. Caldwell
Second Division Brigadier General John Gibbon
Brigadier General John Harrow
Third Division Brigadier General Alexander Hays
Artillery Brigade Captain John G. Hazard

July 2. Arrived between 6 and 8 A. M. on Taneytown Road and went into position on Cemetery Ridge on right of 5th Corps and at the left of the cemetery relieving a part of 1st Corps. Caldwell’s Division on the left Gibbon in centre and Hays on the right of line from Cemetery Hill to Round Top. Between 5 and 6 P. M. Caldwell’s Division was sent to the support of 3D Corps and was engaged until sunset. It returned to its first position.

July 3. At 1 P. M. the Confederate artillery opened a heavy fire all along Hill’s Corps and the left of Longstreet’s Corps for two hours when an assault under the command of General Longstreet was made by a force of about 15,000 which was repulsed with great loss in killed wounded and prisoners.

Casualties Killed 66 Officers 731 Men Wounded 270 Officers 2924 Men Captured or Missing 10 Officers 365 Men Total 4369

When was this photograph taken? April 14, 2011. Monument faces west.

Where is it located? Located Gettysburg National Military Park, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania 17325. Hancock Avenue, north of the Angle. Located on east side of Hancock Avenue, near Brian Orchard.

Is this monument located along the NPS Auto Tour route? Yes.

Has this monument been moved or changed? This monument has not been moved or materially altered.

Monument Details, Alternative Views, and Contextual Views

Secondary Monuments and Markers

Monument Title: Headquarters of Major General Winfield Scott Hancock

Photographed: October 5, 2007.

Location: Pleasonton Avenue. Located north side Pleasonton Avenue, between Humpherys Avenue and Hancock Avenue. Marked on the map above map with a RED pushpin.

Description: Erected by the Gettysburg National Parks Commission and completed in June 1913; consists of steel cannon mounted on a granite base. Denotes the location of General Hancock’s headquarters on July 2 and 3, 1863. Coursed, rough-hewn base, 3’2″sq, 2’7″H. Wrought Iron cannon tube mounted upright on base w/ excised Trefoil Corps symbol at cannon base. Overall 10’6″H. Bronze inscription tablet on west side, facing public roads and park avenues.

At Gettysburg

Commander: Maj. Gen. Winfield Scott Hancock (February 14, 1824 – February 9, 1886) was a career U.S. Army officer and the Democratic nominee for President of the United States in 1880. He served with distinction in the Army for four decades, including service in the Mexican-American War and as a Union general in the American Civil War. More about this officer.

After Action Report: After Action Report of Maj. Gen. Winfield S. Hancock (will open a pop up window).

Second Corps, AOP at Gettysburg

Second Army Corps – Artillery Brigade – First Division – First Brigade – Second Brigade – Third Brigade – Fourth Brigade – Second Division – First Brigade – Second Brigade – Third Brigade – Third Division – First Brigade – Second Brigade – Third Brigade