Former President Donald Trump’s recent attempt to make sense of the Battle of Gettysburg during a rally in Pennsylvania left many scratching their heads. With strange verbal detours, Trump spoke of the battle in both awe and confusion, calling it vicious, horrible, and beautiful all at once. He quoted Robert E. Lee, who he noted is “no longer in favor,” and rambled on in a way that left critics perplexed.
The surreal nature of Trump’s speech was amplified by a person making odd faces behind him, further highlighting the bizarre moment. Trump’s history lesson, peppered with verbal gaffes and stumbles, raised eyebrows even among his critics. The absurdity of his depiction of one of America’s most famous battles was not lost on those who listened in.
Critics took to social media to share their thoughts on Trump’s portrayal of Gettysburg, with many pointing out the inaccuracies and odd choices in his description. The former president’s disjointed ramblings about the battle, combined with his strange comments about Robert E. Lee, showcased a jumbled understanding of history that only added to the perplexity of the moment.
