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General John A. Logan: The Father of Memorial Day
Memorial Day, once known as Decoration Day, stands as a solemn tribute to the courageous soldiers who sacrificed their lives in defense...

Allen Fiechuk
May 25, 2024
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Remembering Vietnam: A Tribute at HGSIC
In 2017, the Vietnam War Veterans Recognition Act was signed into law designating March 29th as National Vietnam War Veterans Day as a...
Katie Gaudreau
Mar 23, 2024
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Forgotten Valor: The Untold Story of Thomas Sylvanus, Indiana County's Chinese-American Civil War Hero
Hidden in the books of Indiana County’s rich history, is one name that stands out among Civil War veterans – Thomas Sylvanus, a...

Allen Fiechuk
Jan 27, 2024
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The First Memorial Day
It was May 30, 1868, when the first national commemoration of Memorial Day was held when Union General John A. Logan, commander-in-chief...

The Historical Society
May 29, 2023
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National Vietnam War Veterans Day
“Join the Nation…thank a Vietnam Veteran” is the slogan for and main focus of The United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration. ...

The Historical Society
Mar 18, 2023
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Collections Corner: The No. 14 Cannon
The cannon which is now positioned on the corner of South Sixth Street and Washington Avenue outside the Museum is No. 14 of 70, 5 inch...

The Historical Society
Aug 27, 2022
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Memorial Day - Honoring the Fallen
Memorial Day – the official start of summer. It’s on this day that we attend parades, dust off the grill and gather with family and...

Allen Fiechuk
May 28, 2022
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Collections Corner: A Family of 103 Years of Military Service
A new exhibit has been installed at the Historical and Genealogical Society of Indiana County, just in time for Memorial Day. The...
Cori Woods
May 21, 2022
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