8th Pennsylvania Regiment
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| 8th Pennsylvania Regiment | |
|---|---|
| Active | 1776-1781 |
| Allegiance | Continental Congress of the United States |
| Type | Infantry |
| Part of | Pennsylvania Line |
| Battles/wars | Battle of Brandywine, Battle of Germantown, Battle of Monmouth, the Sullivan Expedition. |
The 8th Pennsylvania Regiment was raised January 4, 1776 at Kittanning, Pennsylvania for service with the Continental Army. The regiment would see action during the Battle of Brandywine, Battle of Germantown, Battle of Monmouth and the Sullivan Expedition. The regiment was disbanded on January 17, 1781 at Trenton, New Jersey.
