Battle of Gettysburg: Peach Orchard Position

What strategic decision did General Sickles make that left his troops vulnerable?

• He moved them to a higher ground.

• He stretched them thin along the Emmitsburg Road.

• He ordered a retreat to Cemetery Ridge.

• He reinforced them with additional troops.

What was the impact of the Pennsylvania regiment's movement during Barksdale's assault?

• It strengthened the Union line.

• It created a gap that Barksdale exploited.

• It led to a Confederate retreat.

• It resulted in a stalemate.

How did observers describe Barksdale's charge?

• A slow advance.

• A tactical error.

• The most magnificent charge of the war.

• An unexpected retreat.