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Veterans Day Observance & World War I Centennial
Pamplin Historical Park 6125 Boydton Plank Road, Petersburg, VA, United StatesPamplin Historical Park & The National Museum of the Civil War Soldier is observing this Veterans Day with an observance ceremony and additional activities on November 11, 2018. This year marks the centennial of the conclusion and armistice of World War I fought 1914-1918. Over 4.7 million Americans served in “the war to end all wars” and... Read more »
Roundtable: Marching Masters
Pamplin Historical Park 6125 Boydton Plank Road, Petersburg, VA, United StatesJoin speaker Dr. Colin Woodward as he shares the story of "Marching Masters: Slaves, Race, and the Confederate Army." In Marching Masters, Colin Woodward explores not only the importance of slavery in the minds of Confederate soldiers but also its effects on military policy and decision making. Beyond showing how essential the defense of slavery was in... Read more »
Civil War Symposium-Winning Big: Lopsided Victories; Stunning Defeats
Don’t miss your chance to attend this year’s exciting program. Winning Big: Lopsided Victories; Stunning Defeats on October 21-23, 2022, features seven outstanding historians who are leaders in their field. The Symposium begins at 6:00 pm with a Welcome Reception for all attendees at Pamplin Historical Park’s National Museum of the Civil War Soldier, located... Read more »
