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In the summer of , the regiment was raised in Philadelphia. Its unique nickname came from the Corn Exchange Association , which provided the necessary funds and a bounty of $10 for every man who enlisted. These men were largely civilians—clerks, merchants, and tradesmen—who had little time to adapt to military life before being thrust into one of the war's most brutal conflicts. Baptism by Fire at Shepherdstown

The story of the , famously known as the " Corn Exchange Regiment ," is a tale of extraordinary sacrifice and rapid transition from civilian life to the front lines of the American Civil War. The Birth of the 118th AG-118

AI responses may include mistakes. For legal advice, consult a professional. Learn more In the summer of , the regiment was raised in Philadelphia

: Even when orders permitted them to retire with honor, the men of the 118th refused to retreat, suffering heavy casualties in a display of what commanders called "manly character" and "chivalry". Baptism by Fire at Shepherdstown The story of