by beeghleytech | Mar 29, 2018 | Blog, Miscellaneous
So this came across my Facebook feed recently. It is a photo of a Civil war amputee carrying basket from 1861. According to the card on the image, the historical origin of the phrase ‘basket case’ came from Civil war veterans with amputated legs...
by TeachCivilWar | Jun 9, 2017 | Blog, Miscellaneous
My son CJ is currently a Life Scout with Troop 23 in Harrisburg. In order to obtain his Eagle Scout rank, he must plan, develop, and give leadership to others in a service project that is helpful to the community. He decided he wanted to complete his...
by TeachCivilWar | Oct 27, 2015 | Blog, Guest Blogger, Miscellaneous
The Mütter Museum Shares a Taste of the Civil War By Emily Yates, Special Assistant to the Museum Director Mütter Museum The Mütter Museum will host a Civil War food event on Sunday November 8, 2015 from 10 am – 4 pm. Come to the Refreshment Saloon to taste...
by TeachCivilWar | May 8, 2015 | Blog, Miscellaneous
This is a cool way for students to learn about the Civil War. Note the cannons.
by TeachCivilWar | Sep 2, 2014 | Blog, Miscellaneous
Received the following from the Pennsylvania National History Day Coordinator and thought I’d share:...
by TeachCivilWar | Apr 8, 2014 | Blog, Miscellaneous
The following is a guest post from Michael Cronin who is the Founder and CEO of Gettysburg Flag Works ——————————— When we think of American flags, “red, white and blue” is probably the first thing that...
