Gettysburg National Military Park Quiz

What item belonging to John Henry Hobart Ward indicates his rank?

• His sword belt

• His brigadier general shoulder straps

• His field compass

• His gold sash

What was a significant challenge faced by John Henry Hobart Ward during his military career?

• Injury in battle

• Mutiny in his brigade

• Charges of drunkenness

• Lack of resources

What feature of the Sharps rifle made it unique for the U.S. sharpshooters?

• Its lightweight design

• The double set trigger

• The wooden stock

• Its long barrel

Who was issued the Sharps rifle with serial number 57077?

• John Henry Hobart Ward

• William J. Demong

• Casper Trap

• Charles WC

What was the primary role of the U.S. sharpshooters during the Battle of Gettysburg?

• To build fortifications

• To provide artillery support

• To engage in long-range shooting

• To lead cavalry charges

What color was the uniform of the U.S. sharpshooters?

• Blue

• Gray

• Green

• Black

What was used to create the blackened buttons on the sharpshooters' uniforms?

• Metal

• Wood

• Goodyear's patented rubber

• Plastic

What symbol was present on the sharpshooters' forage cap?

• A blue star

• A red diamond

• A green circle

• A yellow triangle

What was the main reason for the sharpshooters' uniforms being over-dyed?

• To reduce visibility

• To improve durability

• To make them waterproof

• To match the regulation green

What is the significance of the artifacts at Gettysburg National Military Park?

• They provide insight into the lives of soldiers

• They are modern recreations

• They are unrelated to the Civil War

• They are replicas of historical items