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NEW YORK AND THE CIVIL WAR
NEW YORK AND THE CIVIL WAR
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Richard Welch via Zoom
New York and the Civil War historian Richard Welch will examine for us the crucial role played by the Empire State during the conflict, emphasizing Long Island’s contributions as they apply. Both the military and home front developments, and their many interconnections, will be presented in this informative PowerPoint program which will begins with an overview of the socio-political situation, and turn to the key topics of recruitment, volunteering, the draft, and the economic effects of the war on the Island and state. Dissent, including the convulsive Draft Riots, will be discussed, as will the efforts by civilians on the home front to support and promote the war effort. An overview of the service of New York, especially Long Island troops, will be provided. Lastly, memory and commemoration will be covered as well. This program contains much of the information we may have failed to learn in our history classes, so don’t miss it!
[A Zoom link will be sent to you prior to each session, typically on the day before your class and the morning of your class. If you have any questions or need help getting online, feel free to call us at 516-480-5733 and we’ll get right back to you with assistance.]