Gettysburg Campaign
Inscription
During the invasion of Pennsylvania by the Confederate Army, raiding parties crossed into Fulton County to steal horses, live-stock, and supplies. On June 29, 1863, Union troops of the 1st New York Cavalry attacked the enemy soldiers, killing two, injuring several, and taking 32 prisoners, including the captain.
These were the first Confederate soldiers killed in battle on Pennsylvania soil, and they were buried here by local residents.
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More markers in Fulton
Forbes Road - Raystown Path
Burnt Cabins, PA
Just east of here is the junction of the two branches of the Raystown Path: a mountain shortcut by way of Fannettsburg, and Gen. Forbes...
Pennsylvania
S of Warfordsburg, PA
Founded 1681 by William Penn as a Quaker Commonwealth.
Fulton County
McConnellsburg, PA
Formed April 19, 1850 out of Bedford County.
Last Confederate Bivouac - Marker retired and replaced with 2021HM00033
A Confederate force under General Bradley T. Johnson camped here July 31, 1864, after raiding and burning Chambersburg.
Last Confederate Bivouac
A Confederate force under General Bradley T. Johnson camped here July 31, 1864, after raiding and burning Chambersburg.