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Echos of History
Delve into the annals of the Civil War era as we explore the pivotal moments, unsung heroes, and enduring legacies that continue to shape our understanding of this tumultuous period in American history. From battlefield strategies to personal accounts, our blog serves as a digital repository of knowledge, inviting readers to engage with the complexities and nuances of a conflict that forever altered the course of our nation. Join us on this journey of discovery, where each post offers a glimpse into the past and a deeper appreciation for the struggles and triumphs of those who lived through this defining chapter.
Thanksgiving and the Civil War
On October 3, 1863, President Abraham Lincoln issued a proclamation establishing the last Thursday of November as: “a Day of Thanksgiving and Praise to our beneficent Father who dwelleth in the heavens.” He continued: “In the midst of a civil war of unequaled...
Savings & Trust: The Rise and Fall of the Freedman’s Bank
On November 20 at 7pm, University of Virginia associate professor of history, Dr. Justene Hill Edwards, will share the full and tragic story of the Freedman’s Bank as she talks about her new book Savings & Loan: The Rise and Fall of the Freedman’s Bank. You can...
Nathan Bedford Forrest: Reckoning with the Devil
Our next Civil Conversation will take place on Thursday, October 17th at 7pm via Zoom and features the latest work by Dr. Court Carney, professor of history at Stephen F. Austin State University.Court Carney's "Reckoning with the Devil"According to the LSU Press...
Immigrants in the Civil War
Brought Forth on this Continent: It is estimated that over 15,000 books have been written on Abraham Lincoln. Just when you think that all topics related to the 16th President have been covered, a historian produces a new perspective. The latest book examines the...
10 Things To Do On A Rainy Day in Hershey-Harrisburg
Indoor Activities in Hershey-Harrisburg Area Don’t let rain ruin your fun when you’re looking for something to do in the Hershey-Harrisburg area! When weather doesn’t permit outside activities like Hershey Park or City Island, opt for an exciting activity indoors....
The Battle of Five Forks
Waterloo of the Confederacy By April 1, 1865, the Union’s Army of the Potomac and the Army of the James had been fighting and draining away the strength of the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia around the trenches of Petersburg, Virginia for nine months. Lt. Gen....
Medal of Honor Recipients of the Civil War: Doctor Mary E. Walker
On Saturday, April 20, 2024, at 1:00 pm, The National Civil War Museum will present a one-woman play called INDEPENDENCE: The True Story of Dr. Mary Walker. Starring Kathie Barnes as Dr. Mary Walker, it was written and directed by Lloyd J. Schwartz, and produced by...
Must Visit Galleries and Our Upcoming Lessons in History Lecture
Memory & Meaning: One of the highlights of a visit to The National Civil War Museum in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania’s Memory & Meaning Gallery is learning the story of Ephraim Slaughter. Ephraim was born into slavery and named Ephraim Newsome on January 17, 1846,...