In a series of letters published by the Lykens Standard, we see the lives and perspectives of World War 1 soldiers from Central Pennsylvania.
“All the coal crackers are here together” – Lykens Soldiers Write Home in December 1917
Wartime Thanksgiving in Harrisburg – Central Pennsylvania’s Celebration Amid World War I | 1917
Discover how Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, celebrated Thanksgiving in 1917 amid the challenges of World War I. Explore wartime traditions, soaring food prices, and community spirit during America's first wartime Thanksgiving in over 50 years. Delve into historical accounts capturing this pivotal moment in Central Pennsylvania. Read the full story.