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No
one knows for certain how many witness trees still exist on the Gettysburg
battlefield, and unless you know what you’re looking for, it can be hard to
determine a particular tree’s age. There are, however, a handful of trees that
are known witnesses to the battle, such as this white oak above Devil’s Den at
Houck’s Ridge. Though the features aren’t sharp, the lighting in the photo
shows the beauty and mystery of a rainy day in Gettysburg, somehow enhancing
the scene. Smith’s 4TH New York Independent Battery can be seen along the ridge.
**HONORED TODAY**
PVT. DAVID ALEXANDER
Born bet. 1816-18 --- Died
July 02, 1863
Co. H, 75TH
Ohio Infantry
Pvt.
Alexander enlisted in November 1861. His wife, Kima, gave him at least two
children, Allen (born 1841) and Austin (born 1846). It’s likely that they both
served in the army as well. Pvt. Alexander was killed in battle and is possibly
buried at Gettysburg’s National Cemetery, though he may still
lie on the field.
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