On This Day: American Civil War: Retreat from Gettysburg: The Confederate Army of Northern... (1863)

On July 4, 1863: American Civil War: Retreat from Gettysburg: The Confederate Army of Northern Virginia under Robert E. Lee withdraws from the battlefield after losing the Battle of Gettysburg, signaling an end to his last invasion of the North.

This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history. Consider using it when preaching about history.