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Father
William Corby is one of Gettysburg’s most interesting figures, though he never
wore blue or gray. He was the chaplain who famously led the mostly-Catholic Irish
Brigade in prayer just before their fatal march to the Wheatfield on July 2ND, 1863, raising his hand in benediction on what
some believe was this very spot. (Others imagine that he stood closer to the
current-day Pennsylvania State Memorial). If you’ve seen the movie Gettysburg
you’ve likely noted the scene which memorializes the Irish Brigade and their
brave chaplain at this pivotal moment. Though the monument, which dates from
1910, seems to depict an older gentleman, the real Father Corby was only 30 years
old at the time of the battle.
**HONORED TODAY**
PVT. DENNIS HALL
Died July 02/04, 1863
Co. I, 8TH Alabama
Infantry
Pvt.
Hall’s exact date of death is unknown. He enlisted in May 1861 and was wounded
on the second day of battle, dying shortly of his wounds. He was later buried
at Hollywood Cemetery in Richmond, Virginia.
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