The Civil War: Travel Backwards to Appreciate How Far We Have Come

The Civil War was our ugliest time as a nation, but understanding just how bad things were actually sheds light on the progress we have made as a nation. Hear from a Union Soldier about the values and nation for which he fought and was willing to lay down his life. Learn from a Confederate Soldier the contrasting values for which he was willing to lay down his life and the nation he envisioned for the future. Learn about the travails of battle from a War Historian, including the lack of medical resources during this time that made for some very tough decisions. Finally, hear again from a War Historian about battle techniques and strategies that were used during the war, how modern forms of combat have changed, and how the strategies have evolved.

1. Union Soldier

2. Confederate Soldier

3. War Historian