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September 2020
Book Talk with Zachery Fry: A Republic in the Ranks
The Army of the Potomac was a hotbed of political activity during the Civil War. Although the general officer corps was an arm of the Democratic Party, learn how junior officers spurred a pro-Republican political awakening among the enlisted men, culminating in the army's resounding Republican voice in state and national elections in 1864. Zachery A. Fry is assistant professor of military history at the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College.
Find out more »First Anniversary Celebration
Get your tickets NOW for ACWM's Virtual Anniversary Celebration on Monday, September 14 at 6:30PM. We will have a special presentation honoring Edward L. Ayers, Christy S. Coleman, and S. Waite Rawls, III, followed by special presentations LIVE from each of our locations, and tons of digital content that can't be seen anywhere else. You will also have the chance to bid on unique items at our auction and purchase raffle tickets to be entered to win an awesome prize!
Find out more »History Happy Hour: Latinx and Hispanic Soldiers of the Civil War
Latinx and Hispanic soldiers are often unknown or overlooked in the Civil War. Hispanic soldiers helped develop plans that led to the Battle of the Crater, documented the War, and fought for both sides. Discover how these men came to the United States, why they fought, and what contributions they made. With Jennifer Edginton, Curator of Social Studies Education at the Kenosha Museum Campus
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