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.
Becoming a Historian
VIDEO | Historian Garry Adelman talks about just what it takes to become a Civil War Historian, and the many paths available to reach that goal. This...
Reenacting the Civil War
Rob Hodge discusses the culture and the lessons of Civil War reenactments. This video is part of the Civil War Trust's In4 video series, which...
Pronunciation of Civil War Names
Garry Adelman sets the record straight on the pronunciation of many key terms from the Civil War era, including people and places. This video is part...
Kings Mountain
The fierce firefight at Kings Mountain pitted Loyalist militia elements under the command of British major Patrick Ferguson against 900 patriots. The...
The Southern Campaign
After years of battles in the Northern and Mid-Atlantic Colonies resulting in a stalemate, the British devised a new Southern Strategy in late 1778...
Staff Officers During the Civil War
Historian Chris Kolakowski explains the many duties, roles, and responsibilities of the staff officers of the Civil War. This video is part of the...
