Jennie Wade

Mary Virginia Wade (May 21, 1843 – July 3, 1863), also known as Jennie Wade or Ginnie Wade, was a resident of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania during the Battle of Gettysburg. At the age of 20, she was the only direct civilian casualty of the battle, when she was killed by a stray bullet on July 3, 1863.

For the actress, see Jenny Wade.

The house where she was killed is now a popular tourist attraction and museum called the "Jennie Wade House".

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