Although he was only one of the 2,128,948 Union veterans who served during the Civil War, he surely contributed to preserving the Union, ending the rebellion of the Confederate States of America and abolishing the institution of slavery throughout the United States.
Randy Jaye
Randy Jaye is an historian and Lebanon, PA native. He has recently researched and nominated four properties that have been successfully added onto the National Register of Historic Places. He is the author of three recent history books, and writes articles for historical journals, local newspapers, magazines, and online publications, and has also appeared on several radio shows and PBS documentaries. He earned both a Master’s degree and a Bachelor’s degree from California State University. He is currently on the Board of Directors for the Ormond Beach Historical Society.
Posted inPeople & Places
The Isaac Meier Homestead: “The Old Fort” of Myerstown
In 1757, Meier purchased almost 250 acres of farmland that included farm buildings and a large limestone house.
Posted inHistory
Lebanon County Courthouse: Remembering Lebanon’s most iconic landmark
In the history of Lebanon, there have been scores of impressive landmarks constructed, but none as iconic as the Lebanon County Courthouse.
