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“An American citizen of African descent” – Black men in the battle for Culp’s Hill at Gettysburg
Amid the intense fighting on Culp's Hill during the Battle of Gettysburg, a Black man took up arms and joined US soldiers in combat.
Codie Eash
Jul 3, 2020
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Gettysburg and the End of the War, Part 2 – Surrender at Appomattox
Codie Eash continues his series on Gettysburg's reaction as the Civil War drew to a close in April 1865.
Codie Eash
Apr 16, 2020
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Exploring Philadelphia’s Civil War – Monument to Major General John F. Reynolds
EJ Murphy dives into the history of the monument to Major General John F. Reynolds in Philadelphia.
Guest Contributor
Nov 1, 2019
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The 11th Pennsylvania Cavalry at Hanover Court House, VA
In the summer of 1863, the 11th Pennsylvania Cavalry took part in raids that disrupted Confederate communication and supplies in Virginia.
Kendrick Gibbs
Sep 25, 2019
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"Coffroth the Copperhead" - Congressman Alexander Coffroth and Fake News in 1863
Alexander Coffroth was featured in the 2012 film "Lincoln." This is a look at a real scandal that involved the Congressman in 1863.
Jake Wynn
Jul 3, 2019
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