4th Pennsylvania Cavalry Regiment

4th Pennsylvania Cavalry Recruitment

Maryland Campaign, September 1862

"Forward, men of Pennsylvania, the Union calls."

The Army of the Potomac marches north to meet the invading Confederate army upon the soil of Maryland. Every able horseman is needed to scout the roads, screen the advance, strike the enemy's pickets, and carry vital intelligence to the commanding generals. The work is hard, the hours are long, and danger rides beside every patrol, but honor belongs to those who answer the call.

The 4th Pennsylvania Cavalry seeks disciplined volunteers willing to serve with courage, loyalty, and determination. Whether riding ahead of the column, guarding supply trains, or charging with saber and revolver when duty demands, every trooper plays a vital role in preserving the Union.

Within our ranks you will find:

Historically organized companies and command structure.
Authentic drill, mounted tactics, and battlefield discipline.
Leadership opportunities earned through merit and dedication.
A respectful, teamwork-focused environment built around realism and camaraderie.
Campaigns inspired by the Maryland Campaign, including South Mountain, Antietam, and the cavalry actions that shaped the war.

A cavalryman is expected to keep his horse fit, his weapons clean, and his conduct beyond reproach. The regiment values those who can follow orders under fire while maintaining the initiative expected of mounted soldiers operating far from the main body.

Should you seek glory alone, look elsewhere. Should you seek the privilege of serving your country beside steadfast comrades, then mount your horse and join the ranks of the 4th Pennsylvania Cavalry.

"The Union must and shall be preserved."

Enlist today, take the oath, and ride with Pennsylvania's finest.