Historian John David Smith will talk about Abraham Lincoln’s goals for African American recruits into the Union army during the Civil War at 7 p.m. Thursday, October 8.
Tag: Civil War
Jesse Fell’s part in the Civil War arrives at Milner Library
The Milner Library Special Collections and Rare Books Room at Illinois State University is excited to announce the acquisition of Civil War documents written by Jesse Fell.
Remembering fallen Redbirds: Joseph Gideon Howell
As we close out another Memorial Day holiday, let’s take a moment to reflect on the service and sacrifice our fellow Redbirds have given for their country.
Alum becomes nationally recognized Civil War reenactor
Trevor Steinbach didn’t lose his passion for history after completing his major in the subject and speech communications in 1975.