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“The Coal-heavers” – Reading David Ward’s “96th Pennsylvania Volunteers”

Posted on January 19, 2019January 18, 2019 by Jake Wynn

After more than 150 years, a regimental history finally tells the story of this Coal Region regiment.

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A Civil War officer described a rowdy party with his comrades… and found himself in a heap of trouble

Posted on February 17, 2017February 16, 2018 by Jake Wynn

The officers of the 96th Pennsylvania allegedly toasted George Washington's birthday during a raucous party in February 1862.

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“Patriotically Interesting Sight” – The 96th Pennsylvania Receives Its Colors

Posted on November 3, 2016November 7, 2017 by Jake Wynn

On a rainy, November day in Pottsville, Pennsylvania, the 96th Pennsylvania receives its state colors from Governor Andrew Curtin.

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