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CSS Teaser
CSS Teaser Mrs. Susan Archer Weiss, eye-witness, Battle of Hampton Roads wrote “...the little Teaser (commanded by Capt. Webb) pushed her way in between the Patri…
Book Reviews — June 2016
CWN Announcement 1863 New Mexico Fort Kept The Peace Civil War News book reviewer Brian Matthew Jordan was announced as a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize in Histo…
Behind The Scenes Tour Of The Library Of Congress
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Try to top this! There we were staring at the original copy of the collected works of Civil War photographer Alexander Gardner’s book, “Gardner’s…
Advantage Of Cooperation Between Civil War Round Tables
Advantage Of Cooperation Between Civil War Round Tables Cooperation between Civil War Roundtables can be a great way to boost membership and interest for all invo…
Abraham Lincoln, Emancipation And The Corwin Amendment
Abraham Lincoln has rightly been called the Great Emancipator. The slow evolution of his beliefs regarding the institution of slavery and how best to eradicate it…
151st Battle Of Selma
SELMA, Ala.—The 151st Reenactment of the April 2, 1865 Battle of Selma was held April 20-24. Although hundreds of spectators attended the event, the turnout was n…
“Called To Duty” Movie’s First Screening
MANALAPAN TOWNSHIP, N.J.—When most people think of Monmouth Battlefield in New Jersey, they think of the Revolutionary War. The Battle of Monmouth, on June 28, 17…
The “Stupids” A Postal Match And A Living History Range
In the early months of the Civil War the basics of military life were often difficult to grasp for many volunteers, a situation that caused a Springfield, Massach…
The Quaker Gun
The Quaker Gun “[I]t was a favorite trick to run it out into the center of the road and go through the motions of loading a gun and pointing it at the enemy, who…
Still Standing: Confederate Courthouse Monuments in Georgia
Still Standing: Confederate Courthouse Monuments in Georgia By Gould B. Hagler Jr. and Stephen Davis Relics and reminders of the Confederacy’s war for independenc…
Shiloh 154th Anniversary
SHILOH, Tenn.—After a hiatus of five years, Shiloh National Military Park held Camp life, Cavalry, Artillery and Infantry historic weapons demos in honor of the 1…
Rare Civil War U.S. Hospital Flag Donated To Atlanta History Center
ATLANTA, Ga.–A rare Civil War U.S. Army field hospital flag has been donated to the Atlanta History Center and placed on exhibit. The flag – one of only about a d…
R.E. Lee Camp Hall Revels Its “Mercy Street” Connection
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – The City of Alexandria, established in 1749, has within its streets, monuments buildings and cemeteries compelling stories, which vastly enriche…
Personalized Muskets
Personalized Muskets During a recent visit to the Springfield Armory Museum there was a video program which included a re-enacted segment about 19th century Briti…
Paging Through
By Jack Melton This month marks the third issue since we acquired the Civil War News this year. Time sure flies by quickly when you have a deadline every month. W…
News Briefs — May 2016
– Briefs of Civil War News Interest – Gettysburg NMP GETTYSBURG, Pa.—Gettysburg National Military Park honors Walter “Buzzy” Baker and Josh Francisco. Gettysburg…
My Genealogical Journey
Being involved in the Civil War industry for the past 25 years, I am often asked if I have ever traced my Civil War roots. Before last year, my answer had always…
Letters To The Editor
TO THE EDITOR: H.V. Traywick’s once again engages in distortions of history, this time in response to my critical letter of his neo-Confederate views in a prior i…
Jamestown Settlement “Military Through The Ages” Event
JAMESTOWN, Va.—They came with their armor, weapons, tents, and cooking pots. Armies, ranging chronologically from the Roman Legions to today’s Virginia Army Natio…
Full-Throated Defender Of Hood
Upon learning that John B. Hood had been placed in command of the Army of Tennessee in mid-July 1864, Confederate Maj. Gen. William H. T. Walker, division command…
Events Section — May 2016
“1865: The End of the Civil War & Lincoln Assassination” exhibit at Laurel Hill Cemetery, Philadelphia. Focus on notable 1865 participants at Laurel Hill. Opening…
Electric Map Nears Completion In Hanover
HANOVER, Pa.—For more than 50 years, a visit to the Electric Map was one of the essential first stops before a tour of Gettysburg. Within a few months, the flashi…
Demolition Begins At Gettysburg Lee’s Headquarters Site
GETTYSBURG, Pa.—The Civil War Trust completed interior cleanup work and began exterior demolition of non-historic buildings on the “Lee Headquarters” site on Cham…
Critic’s Corner — May 2016
Editor’s note: Do you have a favorite “battle book”? CWN contributor Steve Davis invites your opinions and comments by writing to his email [email protected]…