With uniquely Pennsylvania stories from the home front and battlefield, interactive timeline and map, and rich, substantive narratives of the Civil War’s causes, consequences, political climate and more, you’ll find yourself immersed in a wealth of new and extensive information on the Civil War in Pennsylvania. This Web site will enable you to consider new perspectives, discover lesser-known stories and see original primary sources you’ve never seen before from the Civil War.
Contribute your deep passion and extensive knowledge of history to our dialogue on the Civil War and its 150th anniversary by participating in our discussion forums and posting comments in response to the stories. And realize that passion firsthand by experiencing the Civil War where it happened and planning your trip to Pennsylvania.
Resources
- Civil War Veterans' Card File
View images of Civil War Veterans' Card Files from 1861 to 1866 from the Pennsylvania State Archives.
- Registers of Pennsylvania Volunteers
Learn about the Pennsylvanians who volunteered to serve during the Civil War, including their names, ages, ranks, terms of service and more.