Eighty-fourth Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers (Infantry.)

At the turn of the 1880s the surviving members of the Eighty‑Fourth Pennsylvania Volunteers gathered on the hallowed ground of Gettysburg to unveil a stone monument to their fallen comrades. The ceremony, recorded by a veteran officer, captures the solemn pride of veterans who traveled from every corner of the state to honor the regiment’s service. Their speeches weave together official remembrance and personal anecdotes, offering a vivid snapshot of post‑war reunion life.

The address itself reads like a living memorial, moving from the first days of camp and march to the brutal clashes on the battlefield. The speaker invites listeners to feel the weight of memory, describing the camaraderie, hardships, and quiet moments that defined the unit’s experience. Listeners are treated to the heartfelt voices of chaplains, generals, and ordinary soldiers, all united in a tribute that still resonates more than a century later.