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A Farmer, a Physician, and a General: Henry Rohrbach, Nathan Mayer, and Isaac P. Rodman – John Schildt
We wrap up our Summer Lecture Series on August 31, with esteemed local historian John Schildt presenting “A Farmer, a Physician, and a General: Henry Rohrbach, Nathan Mayer, and Isaac P. Rodman.” Although not on the battlefield proper, the Henry Rohrbach farm sat just east of the Lower Bridge and would serve as a…
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Battlefield Calculus: Tactics, Technology, and the Battle of Antietam – Steven Eden
On August 17, author Steven Eden will present “Battlefield Calculus: Tactics, Technology, and the Battle of Antietam.” Using examples from Antietam, and describe the factors that caused a unit to withdraw or stop advancing. Surprisingly, it was rarely because of casualties. In fact, it was fairly uncommon for a regimental commander to lose control…
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Grant and Meade: An uneasy Alliance – Brad Gottfried
On June 29, Dr. Brad Gottfried will discuss his latest book, “Grant and Meade: An uneasy Alliance.” The Meade-Grant relationship was a complex one. In this presentation, you will be asked to step into General Meade’s boots as he attempts to navigate the minefield of Washington’s politics, the sometimes vicious press, and forge a…
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“A Brain the Size of a Hickory Nut”: Joe Hooker’s views about Ambrose Burnside – Darin Wipperman
Join us on June 22 for returning speaker and author, Darin Wipperman. In addition to his Confederate opponents, Maj. Gen. Joseph Hooker’s nickname of “Fighting Joe” applied to his relationships with many of his fellow Northern generals. Perhaps no Union officer felt the scorn of Hooker more than Ambrose Burnside. This presentation focuses on…
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Little Mac at the Front – Steve Stotelmyer
On August 11, battlefield guide and author, Steve Stotelmyer will discuss some of his latest research in his presentation – Little Mac at the Front. The accepted historical consensus of the Battle of Antietam portrays a sedentary McClellan at Antietam. The notion persists that, unlike his counterpart, Gen. Robert E. Lee, who visited several…