In September 1862, Irish immigrants living near Scranton rose up to resist efforts to enroll local men for the draft and service in the Civil War.
The Archbald Draft Riot of September 1862
Footage captures the damage and destruction caused by 1972 flood
Footage captures the devastation caused by the 1972 flood near Wilkes-Barre.
“Women will vote strong” – Wilkes-Barre women excited to vote in 1920 presidential election
A reporter from the Wilkes-Barre Record interviewed numerous women about suffrage in August 1920.
