Battle Lines The Official Newsletter of the Gettysburg Battlefield Preservation Association

Spring 2007

Beehive of Activity...

The cement slab at the rear of the farmhouse was removed in April. We hoped it would reveal the footprint of the beehive oven and we weren’t disappointed. There were still stones in place showing the size of the oven, which was significantly larger than what we had anticipated. In addition, there’s indications that there was a wood structure adjacent to it…a woodshed maybe?

Also, much to our surprise, beneath the slap were the original stone steps to the back of the house…steps that plenty of Confederate boots undoubtedly ascended, including those of General Richard Ewell.

A roof donated by Dave and Jen LeVan will top the new stone beehive oven.

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