Pickett's Charge

The Milford Museum American History Series continues in July with a program about the most famous military charge in American history. Known as Pickett’s Charge, this program will be presented by Taylor Reynolds on Saturday, July 12, 1:00 p.m. at the Milford Public Library in Milford, Delaware. July 3, 1863 has become legendary in American History as the final day of the Battle of Gettysburg in which Union forces stood steadfast against the invading Confederate Army, with Pickett’s Charge embodying the courage and determination of both sides who fought on that day and throughout the American Civil War. For this presentation, Taylor Reynolds will explore the background and actions taken during Pickett’s charge using first-hand accounts of the men who took part in the events on that July day, while also highlighting key Delawareans who assisted in defending the high-water mark of the Confederacy during the battle.   Venue: Milford Public Library. Presenter: Milford Museum.