- Last Updated on Friday, 28 June 2024 22:09
WJHHS Program Highlights Civil War Soldiers from Allegheny County
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| Christopher D. George will be the guest speaker at the West Jefferson Hills Historical Society program on July 24. |
One hundred and sixty years ago the United States found itself embroiled in a devastating Civil War. At 7:00 P.M. on July 24, 2024 in the Community Rooms of the Jefferson Hills Borough Building, the West Jefferson Hills Historical Society will offer its members and community members a free program which focuses on the story of the men from Allegheny County who fought for the North during the American Civil War.
In his program "Day by Day with the 123rd PA Volunteers," Christopher D. George will share how he discovered the unique story of the 123rd while delving into the genealogy of his own family. This Civil War regiment, composed almost entirely of young men from Allegheny County, was led into battle by a “fighting preacher” during some of the darkest days for the North. Mr. George will bring the story of the soldiers of the 123rd to life by sharing the thoughts, feelings, and events they recorded in their journals as well as the extensive coverage the regiment received within the Pittsburgh newspapers.
