Norman Gasbarro | December 16, 2010
(Part 3 of 4). The 96th Pennsylvania Infantry was organized at Pottsville, Schuylkill Co., Pennsylvania. It was mustered into service between the 23 and 30 September 1861 for a three year term. This post focuses on the service of John C. Gratz in that regiment, and of his friend Henry Keiser who served with him. […]
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Norman Gasbarro | December 11, 2010
The Lykens Grand Army of the Republic (G.A.R.) Building is located on North Second Street in Lykens Borough, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania. Traveling into Lykens, from either direction on Route 209, turn north at Market Street and proceed to North Second Street. Turn right on North Second Street and the building is located on the right. […]
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Norman Gasbarro | December 10, 2010
A monument was erected in the Borough of Lykens to honor the veterans from the Lykens and Wiconisco area who fought in the Civil War. This monument is located on North Second Street in Lykens.. Traveling into Lykens from either direction on Route 209, turn north at Market Street and proceed to North Second Street. […]
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