Listen to the stories of two women who disguised themselves and fought during the American Civil War. Discover why the war was fought through the eyes of these women and find out what happened at the Battle of Gettysburg.

      I was never that interested in the American Civil War until I discovered that at least 200 women disguised themselves and fought in the war. These are documented cases. Many others may have gone unnoticed.                  

     Some of these women went on to collect their pensions after the war. They had to remain in disguise to do so. They were only discovered if they were injured and sent to a hospital.

     Merri Lee Debany and I have created a compelling 50 minute presentation of letters, monologue and music that teaches and inspires. There are follow-up workshops available which include activities that inspire students to write letters, develop their own historical personas, create their own presentation and most of all, to think about ways in which this conflict affected every facet in American society, then and now.

      Yes, the war was about slavery but it was also about economy and basic rights afforded individuals and states under the United States Constitution. Hear the opposing and sometimes similar viewpoints of a female soldier from the North and another from the South. This story has never been told like this before!

      Letters Home: Stories of the Civil War North and South will inspire your students. They will want to learn more and be totally involved in the learning process.

     The 50 minutes presentation can be booked alone, or you may book workshops and residencies. Discounts available.

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