Video: In4 Minutes
The In4 video series features historians discussing foundational topics about the Revolutionary War, War of 1812, and Civil War. Videos are generally no more than four minutes long, and subjects range from a description of notable generals, to an explanation of artillery, to a description of the significance of the Western Theater, or Southern Campaign.
Civil War Language (How did soldiers talk?)
VIDEO | Have you ever found yourself reading through letters from Civil War soldiers and wonder, "what are they talking about?" Join Garry Adelman to...
The War of 1812-An Overview
VIDEO | More so than other wars in American history, the War of 1812 is often misunderstood and forgotten. Learn about the causes, battles and legacy...
Cavalry in the Civil War
VIDEO | Daniel Davis of the American Battlefield Trust gives an overview of the role that Cavalry had in the Civil War for both the Union and...
Civil War Rations
VIDEO | Douglas Ullman Jr. details what Union and Confederate soldiers ate during the Civil War. Do you think you would be able to live on the same...
Military Rank & Insignia
VIDEO | Kristopher White of the American Battlefield Trust details the rank of soldiers in the Union and Confederate Armies during the Civil War, and...
Civil War Myths
VIDEO | Garry Adelman of the American Battlefield Trust details the most common misconceptions about the Civil War including why did soldiers fight...