Lewistown: I Corps’ Muddy March

History: On June 29, 1863, Union troops passed through Lewistown en route to Gettysburg. This venture is known as the Muddy March, and was described as a "rainy, miserable day". Again on July 7, Union troops came through in pursuit of the Confederates.

More to Explore: Lewistown is situated a stone's throw from Cunningham Falls State Park, so visitors can enjoy a gamut of nature-based activities in the area. Additionally, The Lewistown State Fish Hatchery is only about two miles away and the Catoctin Zoo is right up the road.

Photo Credits:

1. "Photograph of Federal Officer General Abner Doubleday, who took command after General Reynolds died." Photo courtesy of Library of Congress Prints and Photographs Division.
2. "Photograph of modern day Lewistown" Photo courtesy of Amanda Matte.
3. "Pencil sketch of the march to Gettysburg in the rain." Photo courtesy of Library of Congress Print and Photographs Division.