<prompt> Create a timeline for the Battle of Gettysburg.  <response>: Here is a timeline of the Battle of Gettysburg, one of the most significant battles of the American Civil War:July 1, 1863- Early morning: Confederate forces led by General A.P. Hill approach Gettysburg, Pennsylvania from the west and north, while Union cavalry under General John Buford hold positions west of town.- Late morning: Fighting begins west of town and Union forces are pushed back through Gettysburg.- Afternoon: Union troops retreat to high ground south of town, forming a defensive position along Cemetery Hill and Culps Hill. - Evening: Confederate forces capture the town of Gettysburg, but are unable to dislodge Union forces from their positions.July 2, 1863- Morning: Both sides reinforce their positions and prepare for battle.- Early afternoon: Confederate forces led by General James Longstreet launch an attack on the Union left flank, while Union forces hold strong defensive positions along Cemetery Ridge and Little Round Top.- Late afternoon: Desperate fighting takes place at the Peach Orchard, Wheatfield, and Devils Den. Union forces are pushed back but hold critical positions on Little Round Top and Cemetery Ridge.- Evening: Confederate forces attack the Union right flank at Culps Hill and East Cemetery Hill, but are repulsed.July 3, 1863- Morning: Fighting continues at Culps Hill as Confederate forces renew their attack, but are again repulsed.- Early afternoon: Confederate forces under General George Pickett launch an assault on the Union center along Cemetery Ridge, known as Picketts Charge.- Late afternoon: Picketts Charge is repulsed with heavy losses, effectively ending the battle.- Evening: Confederate forces begin to withdraw from Gettysburg.July 4, 1863- Confederate forces continue their withdrawal from Gettysburg, while Union forces do not pursue aggressively.- The Battle of Gettysburg ends, with the Union forces claiming victory. The battle results in significant casualties for both sides, with estimates of 23,000 Union and 28,000 Confederate casualties. 