History of Company K of the 140th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteers (1862-'65)

This volume, compiled by a former first sergeant of Company K, offers a seat to the everyday life of a Pennsylvania volunteer regiment during the early years of the Civil War. Written with heartfelt dedication to both the fallen and the living, the narrative opens with the unit’s organization in September 1862, its initial guard duty along the Northern Central Railroad, and the drills that prepared the men for combat.

The book moves through the company’s first major engagement at Chancellorsville, describing the frantic marching, the clatter of musket fire, and the bravery that earned its reputation for efficiency. Interspersed are brief portraits of soldiers who did not survive the war and short updates on those who returned to civilian life, giving listeners a connection to the ranks.

Beyond the battlefield sketches, the work includes a concise summary of the regiment’s movements, casualty figures, and a concluding reflection on the lasting bond among its members. Listeners will find a vivid, human portrait of a Civil War company that honors its legacy while illuminating a pivotal chapter in American history.