3rd Pennsylvania Reserves

The 3rd Pennsylvania Reserves was a volunteer infantry regiment that fought for the Union during the American Civil War. Formed in 1861, it consisted of soldiers from Pennsylvania who volunteered to serve in the Union Army. The regiment participated in several key battles, including the Battle of Antietam and the Battle of Gettysburg, contributing to the Union’s efforts to defeat the Confederacy. Known for their bravery and discipline, the 3rd Pennsylvania Reserves played an important role in the Union’s military strategy and helped shape the outcome of the war.