After more than 150 years, a regimental history finally tells the story of this Coal Region regiment.
“The Coal-heavers” – Reading David Ward’s “96th Pennsylvania Volunteers”
A Civil War officer described a rowdy party with his comrades… and found himself in a heap of trouble
The officers of the 96th Pennsylvania allegedly toasted George Washington's birthday during a raucous party in February 1862.
“Patriotically Interesting Sight” – The 96th Pennsylvania Receives Its Colors
On a rainy, November day in Pottsville, Pennsylvania, the 96th Pennsylvania receives its state colors from Governor Andrew Curtin.
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