November 19, 1863: Order of Procession at Gettysburg Cemetery

Faced with the death of over 3100 Union soldiers at Gettysburg, the north responded with the creation of a national cemetery, inaugurated on November 19, 1863. This leaflet for the inauguration gives the order for the procession to the cemetery and a brief outline of the program, including an “Oration” (to be given by Edward Everett) and Lincoln’s “Dedicatory Remarks” (the soon-to-be-famous Gettysburg Address). The participant list underscores the scope and scale of the occasion—it includes not only military but also Masons, Oddfellows, benevolent organizations, and citizens (including women) from numerous states.

Citation: Order of procession for the inauguration of the National Cemetery at Gettysburg Pennsylvania. Washington, D.C.: Gideon & Pearson, [1863]. A 863or