Soldier Life
From Camp to the Battlefield
The experiences of soldiers in the wars that defined America demonstrate the sacrifices made for a new birth of freedom.
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Coffee and the Civil War Soldier
Coffee, a staple before the Civil War in most households, became a luxury, and a beverage soldiers craved. It was what bolstered and also refueled...
The Citizen Soldier
Sam Smith examines the uniquely American take on the ancient concept of turning ploughshares to swords and back again.
Battling Monotony
The National Civil War Museum highlights how soldiers combated boredom in wartime camps.
Daniel Shays
Most famous for leading the rebellion which bears his name, Daniel Shays began his life as the son of Irish immigrants, Patrick and Margaret. His...
Scouting, Patrolling, Picketing, and Skirmishing: Civil War Fighting Words
The terms scouting, patrolling, picketing, and skirmishing are military words for specific actions.
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