Harrisburg

Pennsylvania in the Civil War

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

Medal returned to its proper owner 40 years after it was lost at the Battle of Antietam

Jan 31, 2020

Medal returned to its proper owner 40 years after it was lost at the Battle of Antietam

William W. Warren lost a medal he wore around his neck after being wounded and captured at the Battle of Antietam.

"We had cause to rejoice" - Diary reveals how Harrisburg celebrated news of Confederate surrender

Nov 23, 2019

"We had cause to rejoice" - Diary reveals how Harrisburg celebrated news of Confederate surrender

Sallie Simonton's journal provides an incredible eye-witness account of Harrisburg's impromptu celebration on April 9, 1865.