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The Lincoln Fellowship of Pennsylvania is committed to honoring the memory of President Abraham Lincoln and commemorating the Gettysburg Address.

10/25/2026

“The Last Full Measure: Voices from Gettysburg”

An America 250 Commemorative Youth Project

In partnership with: The Civil War Institute at Gettysburg College, Gettysburg National Military Park, and Lincoln Fellowship of Pennsylvania

In commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, this collaborative project invited a small group of 8th graders from Gettysburg Area Middle School Students to work with Dr. Ashley Luskey (Civil War Institute) in researching, interpreting, and reflecting on the lives of Union soldiers buried in Gettysburg National Cemetery. Guided by the words of Abraham Lincoln’s “Gettysburg Address,” which were heavily rooted in the Revolutionary ideas of our nation’s Founders, students explored how themes of liberty, equality, sacrifice, and national purpose were embodied—imperfectly but powerfully—by individuals who gave their “last full measure of devotion” at Gettysburg. These soldiers’ stories can be explored in Gettysburg National Cemetery. Special thanks to Ranger John Hoptak (Gettysburg National Military Park) for research assistance. All information derived from the Widows’ Pension files of each soldier, accessed at Gettysburg National Military Park’s library.

10/19/2026

's response to Grace Bedell, the girl who wrote to him and suggested he would do better in politics if he grew a beard. Despite his hesitation, he eventually decided in favor of the beard.

Source: https://ow.ly/qWgU50PYpqb

10/14/2026

10/13/2026

We are deeply saddened to learn of Dr. Symonds’s passing today. We were honored to welcome him as the keynote speaker at our 2024 Dedication Day ceremony. Our thoughts are with his wonderful wife, Marylou, a dear friend of the Fellowship, and with all who knew and loved him.

The U.S. Naval Institute mourns the passing of Dr. Craig L. Symonds, distinguished naval historian, award-winning author, and professor emeritus of history at the U.S. Naval Academy. Through three decades of teaching and a lifetime of scholarship, he helped generations of naval officers and readers understand the people, decisions, and sacrifices that shaped our naval history.

In May 2023, Dr. Symonds addressed the Naval Institute’s 150th Annual Meeting, reflecting on the enduring relationship between the Navy and its independent forum. His remarks became his most recent Proceedings article, “A Two-Way Street: The Navy–Naval Institute’s 150-Year Relationship.” In it, he described the Institute as “a sounding board and not an echo chamber”—a reminder of the value of thoughtful debate in advancing the naval profession.

We honor his lasting contributions to naval history and extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, colleagues, and former students. His legacy lives on in the people he taught and the history he brought to life.

Read his article and revisit his 2023 remarks.
https://www.usni.org/magazines/proceedings/2023/october/two-way-street-navy-naval-institutes-150-year-relationship

10/08/2026

https://www.nps.gov/gett/learn/news/usmint-gettysburgaddressquarter.htm

United States Mint to Release Special 250th Anniversary Gettysburg Address Quarter on October 21

09/20/2026

What a terrific program!

Eisenhower National Historic Site Park Ranger John Tuskan presented “Monty and Ike: Allies in Spirit, Opposites in Style,” exploring the complicated and fascinating relationship between General Dwight D. Eisenhower and Field Marshal Bernard Montgomery.

John brought these two legendary Allied commanders to life, examining their very different personalities, leadership styles, and the challenges of working together during some of the most consequential moments of World War II.

We are especially proud that John also serves on the Board of Directors of the Lincoln Fellowship of Pennsylvania as our historian and archivist. He is also a valued presenter for One Hundred Nights of Taps, Gettysburg.

A wonderful program by a gifted historian and storyteller!

09/18/2026

https://www.pennlive.com/news/2026/09/the-remarkable-moment-a-steam-locomotive-will-bring-lincoln-back-to-gettysburg.html?fbclid=IwY2xjawUadqBwZG9mBWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6utAkzbJBQCyfQJ8xMmuLpFQWSqR-jwFacP_pCdXmoECO7egtE9wCgWdkfFQ_aem_XExTiP0_YNFFtg6i3vEq1Q

The Northern Central Railway will bring a historic locomotive to Gettysburg on Nov. 18, 2026, as part of a four-day commemoration marking the 163rd anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's visit and the Gettysburg Address.

09/18/2026

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Thank you GettysburgRailway for your support as a Marquis Sponsor of Lincoln at Gettysburg!

Are you a business interested in helping sponsor this once in a lifetime event? Contact Wendy Allen via our Contact page on our website!
🌐 https://lincolnatgettysburg.org/

09/04/2026

The Lincoln Fellowship is very pleased to make this announcement.

That special guest we told you about last week? We are pleased to announce that our Abraham Lincoln, as portrayed by Billy Campbell, will be pulling into the Gettysburg Lincoln Railroad Station™ on Northern Central Railway's William H. Simpson No. 17 steam locomotive! The engine is a working 1860s-era replica steam locomotive that honors the historic train which carried President Abraham Lincoln.

Design: It is a 4-4-0 American-style standard steam locomotive.

Builder: Dave Kloke built the engine in Elgin, Illinois.

Fuel: It looks like an old wood burner, but it runs cleanly on recycled waste oil.

Namesake: The train honors Bill Simpson, a co-founder who dreamed of bringing the historic rail line back to life.

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