This War of 1812 Vet Saw the Battle of Gettysburg from his Porch... and Joined It
John Burns showed his commitment to the United States—and its union—until his final days.


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Burns's house. He is seated at the top of the stairs.
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Burns during the War of 1812.
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Burns' statue at Gettysburg.
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