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.
Battlefield Fences of the Civil War
VIDEO | Ever wonder what is up with all of the different types fences on Civil War battlefields? Watch as Battlefield Guide Doug Douds explains both...
Monuments of the Civil War
Historian Tim Smith describes the different types of Civil War monuments. This video is part of the American Battlefield Trust's In4 video series...
Soldier Gear
Haversacks, canteens, ammunition, knapsacks, caps, coats, shirts, wool pants, shoes and of course, a musket. Civil War soldiers on both the Union and...
West Point
Historian Wayne Motts describes the history, function, and importance of West Point in regards to the Civil War. This video is part of the American...
The Continental Congress
The members of the Continental Congress pledged their lives and fortunes to the ideals of American Independence and the creation of The United States...
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...
