Fox 43 story on Trade school students aid Gettysburg battlefield preservation following last year's damage

FOX 43 - Author: Ian Thompson

Published: April 3, 2026

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GETTYSBURG, Pa. — Gettysburg National Military Park recently welcomed trade school students as part of preservation efforts near Devil's Den. 

According to park officials, students from the Williamson College of the Trades assisted with stonework rehabilitation, including correcting existing damage, stabilizing the wall — as well as setting capstones and repointing mortar. 

"These improvements contribute to the long-term stability and preservation of this nationally significant cultural landscape," officials said. "Not only did the Williamson College students advance critical maintenance needs here at the park, but they also gained valuable, real-world experience in historic preservation techniques."