Battle of Hanover


The Battle of Hanover Pennsylvania historical marker is on the north side of the Center Square in Hanover, Pennsylvania, next to the equestrian statue. The marker was placed in 1959.

Text from the marker:

Battle of Hanover

On the morning of
June 30, 1863, Confederate
Cavalry under General
Stuart attacked the
rear of Union Cavalry
S E of here and, for a
while, had possession
of the town. The attack
repulsed, Stuart withdrew
in the evening.

Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission.

Location of the marker

The Center Square in Hanover, Pennsylvania is the location for a number of Civil War markers and monuments. (39°48’01.7″N 76°58’59.7″W)