Citizen Soldiers of the Civil War

American history professor James McPherson of Princeton University discussed his experiences as a United States Civil War historian. Among t… read more

American history professor James McPherson of Princeton University discussed his experiences as a United States Civil War historian. Among the issues he discussed were the continuing relevance it had on today’s society and the motivation of soldiers for enlisting to fight in the war. His remarks were part of National park Service symposium on the Civil War. close

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Citizen Soldiers of the Civil War

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Program ID:
157014-1
Category:
Public Affairs Event
Format:
Forum
Location:
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
First Aired:
May 29, 2000 | 10:52pm EDT | C-SPAN 1
Last Aired:
May 30, 2000 | 8:03am EDT | C-SPAN 2

Airing Details

  • May 29, 2000 | 10:52pm EDT | C-SPAN 1
  • May 30, 2000 | 2:07am EDT | C-SPAN 1
  • May 30, 2000 | 8:03am EDT | C-SPAN 2
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