This 70-year-old citizen of Gettysburg grabbed his rifle during the first day of the battle and joined the Unions Iron Brigade. Not surprisingly, he was the only civilian to take part in the battle itself.
- Donald Pfanz
- Richard Sommers
- John Proctor
- John Burns
Answer
The correct answer is D) John Burns.
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