This is for general posts of interest to members
In commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, San Diego State University has established the American Revolution and Constitution History (ARCH) Project, which aims to make the nation’s founding central to the lives … Read the rest
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From May 1-3, the third annual Central Coast Conference will be held in Monterey with the theme of “Seldom Heard History of the Civil War Era.” It has an amazing lineup of speakers and an intriguing range of topics.
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The San Diego Civil War Round Table (SDCWRT) recently hosted its inaugural student essay contest in partnership with Dr. Edward Blum and the San Diego State University History Department. Six talented up-and-coming historians submitted research papers, which were evaluated … Read the rest
Dave Tooley Prize results Read More »
The San Diego Civil War Round Table, thanks to the generosity of its members, is sponsoring a student research essay contest in association with the History Department of San Diego State University and Dr. Edward Blum.
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In 2022 a remarkable book was published in that it contains Abraham Lincoln’s own words and thoughts, “by Abraham Lincoln: His 1858 Time Capsule“. The basis of this publication is a hand-written document, including tipped-in news clippings, that … Read the rest
A Book of Lincoln’s Own 1958 Writings On Race Read More »
Check out this Civil War conference slated for March 1-3, 2024 in beautiful Monterey, California! 1864 to War’s End assembles five prominent historians reflecting on the last part of the war. This intriguing conference will be held at the Stanton … Read the rest
Civil War Conference In California! Read More »
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Watch our very own Gordon Gidlund, (also an officer in The San Diego Shakespeare Society), describe the influence of the Bard on society during the Civil War. Lincoln was a huge fan. Enjoy this interesting discussion of how Shakespeare … Read the rest
Shakespeare in the Civil War replay Read More »