The 97th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry is a living history group working to honor the men and women who lived during the American Civil War and educate the public about life during those turbulent times.
The 97th provides programs for schools and local historical societies as well as participates in battle reenactments and living history events. For more information, click the Programs link.
Searching for an ancestor who possibly served in the 97th? Check our site's Original Roster Database to get more information. Click above or through the link on our History Page.
The 97th provides programs for schools and local historical societies as well as participates in battle reenactments and living history events. For more information, click the Programs link.
Searching for an ancestor who possibly served in the 97th? Check our site's Original Roster Database to get more information. Click above or through the link on our History Page.
Last updated
April 01, 2012
April 01, 2012
97th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Monument West Chester, Pa.
Our Mission
The purpose of this organization is to share our knowledge of the Civil War by providing and participating in Living History presentations. This organization will promote an environment that will foster individual growth by providing opportunities for learning through the acquisition of knowledge and skills and promote camaraderie and fun. We recognize our obligation to serve the greater community.
As we work toward this mission, we will encourage mutual respect and consideration for all. The scope of our mission will include opportunities to participate in civilian and military roles. Families are encouraged to participate together. The 97th Pennsylvania Regiment Volunteer Infantry shall also sponsor a Boy Scouts of America Explorer Post for Living History as a partial fulfillment of its civic duties.
The purpose of this organization is to share our knowledge of the Civil War by providing and participating in Living History presentations. This organization will promote an environment that will foster individual growth by providing opportunities for learning through the acquisition of knowledge and skills and promote camaraderie and fun. We recognize our obligation to serve the greater community.
As we work toward this mission, we will encourage mutual respect and consideration for all. The scope of our mission will include opportunities to participate in civilian and military roles. Families are encouraged to participate together. The 97th Pennsylvania Regiment Volunteer Infantry shall also sponsor a Boy Scouts of America Explorer Post for Living History as a partial fulfillment of its civic duties.
"I always thought the Yankees had something to do with it."
Major General George Pickett when asked why the Confederates were defeated at Gettysburg
Major General George Pickett when asked why the Confederates were defeated at Gettysburg
Part of the 97th at Hibernia, 2008
The 97th PVI at the PA Civil War Road Show
July 28 - August 1, Penn State GV, Malvern
August 11 - 15, Garnett Valley Middle School, Glen Mills
July 28 - August 1, Penn State GV, Malvern
August 11 - 15, Garnett Valley Middle School, Glen Mills
