Gettysburg celebrates America's 250th anniversary and Civil War history

Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, commemorates America's 250th anniversary by honoring its pivotal role in the Civil War. Experts Wendy Allen and Dr. Ashley Luskey discuss the battle's historical significance and a planned recreation of Lincoln's visit.

Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, is marking America's 250th anniversary, with Wendy Allen, president of The Lincoln Fellowship, highlighting a community-wide recreation of Abraham Lincoln's visit. Dr. Ashley Luskey, assistant director at the Civil War Institute, explains that Gettysburg was the largest and furthest north battle, significantly boosting morale and solidifying its place in American memory.