| 145th Antietam |
This year marked the 145th anniversary of the battle of Antietam (Sharpsburg) where Lee's
first invasion of the north was stopped on September 17, 1862. The recreation of the battle
was held on a beautiful farm near Harper's Ferry. The property contained rolling hills; rugged
slopes and wide fields. The fights at West Woods and Sunken Road were featured. The 69th
Pa battleflags were carried into both actions.
first invasion of the north was stopped on September 17, 1862. The recreation of the battle
was held on a beautiful farm near Harper's Ferry. The property contained rolling hills; rugged
slopes and wide fields. The fights at West Woods and Sunken Road were featured. The 69th
Pa battleflags were carried into both actions.
| The officers fly tent continues to be the center of regimental activity at reenactments. |
| The camp of the 69th at Antietam |
| The regiment defends a stone wall against Confederate attack |
| Private Bob Levine takes aim at rebel attackers |
| Private Tucker Connard cleans his gun after the battle. While veteran Connor Timoney gives advice. |
| Confederate troops in the Sunken Road. |
The National Colors and Green Battleflag lead
the 69th "Irish Volunteers" into action.
the 69th "Irish Volunteers" into action.
The battle line fires at apporaching Rebel
troops
troops