Pennsylvania in the Civil War

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We are a group of young historians who have come together with a project in mind: to explore the history behind Pennsylvania's role in the American Civil War.

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Codie Eash

Dec 25, 2020

The 15th Pennsylvania Cavalry’s 1862 “Christmas foraging expedition”

On the outskirts of Nashville, Tennessee, the troopers of the 15th Pennsylvania Cavalry experienced a memorable Christmas holiday.

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Jake Wynn

Dec 23, 2020

A Christmas editorial from Philadelphia in the aftermath of South Carolina secession - 1860

On Christmas Day 1860, the Philadelphia Inquirer took a swipe at South Carolina's secession with a holiday op-ed.

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Jake Wynn

Aug 16, 2020

Pennsylvania in the Election of 1860 - Facebook Live

Join us for a Facebook Live program about the Election of 1860!

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Pennsylvania in the Civil War

Exploring the history of the Keystone State in America's bloodiest conflict

About Us

The 15th Pennsylvania Cavalry’s 1862 “Christmas foraging expedition”

A Christmas editorial from Philadelphia in the aftermath of South Carolina secession - 1860

Pennsylvania in the Election of 1860 - Facebook Live

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