Welcome to the Gem of the Hills Historian
31st Alabama Infantry
79th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry
"The Lancaster Rifles"
Company E.
Welcome
Welcome to our company page, here you will find information about our company, from the events that we attend, to our members, to our efforts to preserve the history of the company.
Mission
Our mission is quite simple, we are educators, seeking to teach the public about the war between the states, and about the lives of those who fought within it.
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Though a terrible mark upon our nation's past, the legacy of this conflict reminds us of the bold sacrifices and bravery of a generation torn; where brother fought brother, and the question of Federalism and Constitutional Authority where put to the forefront of national debate.
Vision
Our vision is to grow our company of living historians, and continue our dedication to providing quality, factually accurate depictions of the men who fought within the 31st Alabama Infantry and the 79th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry - Company E.
We are dedicated to educating the public, through a visual presentation of our history and through well informed demonstrations of the past.
Are you Interested in the joining the company or checking out what we do?
Send us a brief message and we'll contact you with information regarding how you can meet with us and join in with us at an event.
