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.
Union During the Civil War
Historian Gary Gallagher weighs in on the 19th century concept of union and describes the severe repercussions it would have on the nation. This video...
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...
Women and The Civil War
Sarah Kay Bierle of the American Battlefield Trust details the many women on both the Union and Confederate side that made a name for themselves...
Battle of New Orleans
VIDEO | With the news of the signing of the Treaty of Ghent not yet reaching the shores of the United States, American forces served one final blow to...
Civil War Army Organization
VIDEO | Historian Garry Adelman explains how the Union and Confederate armies organized and led their infantry, cavalry, and artillery units.
Jefferson Davis
VIDEO | Bertram Hayes-Davis discusses the life of his great-great grandfather , Jefferson Davis. This video is part of the American Battlefield Trust...