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If
you’ve visited Gettysburg and haven’t been to Sachs Covered Bridge, you need to
go back. (I just gave you an excuse :-)) This beautiful bridge dates
from the 1850s and was used by elements of the Union Third Division of the
First Corps, also being utilized as a route of retreat for the Southern army
after the battle. Whether or not you believe all the ghostly happenings that
have reportedly taken place here, it’s a very peaceful place and is located
just a short distance from the battlefield. This view shows part of the roof
and the lush foliage beyond.
**HONORED TODAY**
SGT. WILLIAM M. ROGERS
CO. A, 42nd Mississippi
Infantry
Born August 31, 1837 ---
Died July 01/02, 1863 at 25
Sgt.
Rogers enlisted in May 1862. He was married to Sarah, and they had three
daughters, Augusta (1857), Seruptha (1858), and Leona (1860) and a son, Walter.
Apart from his family, little is known of his life.
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