Category Archives: Hallowed Grounds

Front and Center: Some Who Served in the United States Colored Troops

It is with great pride that I write about my ancestors, who were Soldiers in the United States Colored Troops.
This is their Roll Call:
1. Corporal Walter Samuel Pinn, 54th Massachuetts United States Colored Troops, Company B;
2. Corporal Uriah Martin, 41st United States Colored Troops, Company B (Lancaster County Pennsylvania),
3. Private William Martin, 45th United States Colored Troops, Company K (Lancaster County Pennsylvania);
4. Private Henry Green, 41st United States Colored Troops, Company B (Lancaster County Pennsylvania);
5. Private Benjamin Green, 25th Regiment United States Colored Troops, Company B, (Lancaster County Pennsylvania)
May this not be their last Roll Call. We are the voice of our ancestors, but not the only voices. The descendants of these soldiers continue to live in the Region and throughout the world. Some are themselves soldiers wearing the uniform of our Country proudly. We give thanks to Pennsylvania for honoring our Ancestors, and recognizing the diverse groups of Soldiers who fought during the “War Between the States.”

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“Students Uncover African-American Civil War History”

WHTM (Channel 27) has an interesting story on Dr. Steven Burg’s Theory and Practice of History class at Shippensburg University. Dr. Burg’s class, as reporter Megan Healey explains, is “researching a group of 50 African-American Civil War soldiers” who were … Continue reading

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Preservation of Historic Burial Grounds and Cemeteries in Pennsylvania

Interested in contributing to the preservation efforts at cemeteries with USCT veterans? The Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission has created this website with information and other resources to help those who are interested in preserving cemeteries. These resources include: Guidelines … Continue reading

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Zion Hill Cemetery – Columbia, PA

This cemetery is the final resting place of many soldiers who fought with the Black Company from Columbia during the Civil War. This company fought against Confederate troops advancing along the Wrightsville-Columbia Bridge. Among those buried at Zion Hill is … Continue reading

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Old Negro Cemetery – Middletown, PA

This cemetery is located east of Middletown, Pennsylvania, off of Route 230. [nggallery id=5]

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Spirit of Independence – Civil War Trails (Zion Hill Cemetery)

Follow the Civil War Trails and learn about the 180,000 African Americans who served and fought for their freedom. Watch this video by clicking here. (Courtesy of Pennsylvania’s Quest for Freedom)

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Spirit of Independence – Bethel AME Church

Founded in 1817, Bethel AME Church served as a station on the Underground Railroad. Experience the power of faith, music and living history as slaves tell the story of their fight for freedom. Watch this video by clicking here. (Courtesy … Continue reading

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Lincoln Cemetery

In 1867, the Sons of Good Will created the Lincoln Cemetery to ensure the proper burial of Gettysburg’s African American citizens and Civil War veterans. Address: GETTYSBURG, PA, 17325 (Courtesy of Pennsylvania Civil War Trails)

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Lincoln Cemetery – Gettysburg, PA

Men of color who fought bravely for the Union Army are laid to rest in this cemetery. Here, approximately 30 soldiers of the US Colored Troops are remembered and honored for their bravery and loyalty in the fight for freedom. … Continue reading

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Lincoln Cemetery Memorial Park

Many African American soldiers are buried in the Lincoln Cemetery including Thomas Morris Chester, a Harrisburg native. Chester’s gravestone was replaced in 2002 with a gravestone that had his correct birth date. Thomas’ gravestone lies next to his brother’s marker. … Continue reading

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