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Happy Valentine's Day from all of us at Teaching the Civil War
Death of a mascot – Sallie
During the Civil War, many regiments had mascots to lift their spirits and provide a sense of companionship during the difficult and often terrifying days of battle. One such mascot was Sallie, a Staffordshire Terrier who became the beloved pet of the 11th...
David Wills RFP for the dead at Gettysburg
On October 15, 1863, David Wills posted advertisements across Gettysburg for contractors to remove the dead from the battlefield. He asked for a sealed proposal and a price for those interested in two job opportunities. The first was to identify and disinter the Union...
Pa Civil War Flags Education Center
On October 4, 2023 the new Pennsylvania Civil War Flags Education Center opened its doors at 2221 Forster Street, Harrisburg. I had the opportunity to tour the new facility as part of their grand opening event.
Gettysburg 160th Anniversary Recap
160th Anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg Recap Over the last weekend in June and the first weekend in July, I participated in and attended numerous events related to the 160th anniversary. First, I attended and presented at the Patriots of the Civil War...
Acrostic Poems to Teach the Civil War
Acrostic Poems to Teach the Civil War An acrostic poem is a form of poetry in which the first letter of each line, when read vertically from top to bottom, spells out a word, phrase, or name. It is a creative and engaging way to express ideas, evoke emotions, and...
Civil War Hardtack: The Unappetizing Food of the Civil War
During the Civil War, soldiers faced a number of challenges, from the dangers of combat to the difficulties of living in harsh conditions. One of the biggest challenges was finding enough food to sustain themselves. Both Union and Confederate soldiers struggled to...
Camp Curtin
Camp Curtin in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania played a crucial role during the American Civil War. As the largest training camp for Union soldiers during the war, it was a vital hub for military training, supply, and deployment. History of Camp Curtin Camp Curtin was...