Pitzer Woods, Historic site in Gettysburg, United States.
Pitzer Woods stands along Seminary Ridge within Gettysburg National Military Park, featuring a natural woodland area that served as a military position.
Confederate General James Longstreet positioned his troops at Pitzer Woods on July 2, 1863, during a critical phase of the Battle of Gettysburg.
The James Longstreet Memorial, erected in 1998, commemorates the Confederate general's leadership and tactical decisions made at this strategic location.
Visitors can access Pitzer Woods through West Confederate Avenue, with dedicated parking areas for both cars and larger vehicles near the site.
The location served as Camp Sharpe during World War II, where soldiers trained for psychological operations in the European Theater of Operations.
Location: Pennsylvania
GPS coordinates: 39.80460,-77.25620
Latest update: May 2, 2025 13:39
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