Some 400-1,000 women served as soldiers during the Civil War. They cut their hair, donned male attire, fought battles, lived in germ-infested camps, and suffered wounds, death and imprisonment. At a time when men were being shamed for NOT serving, why would so many women run the risk of being shamed FOR serving? How did they pull it off? What happened to those who were caught? These are the brave women who will be discussed.

Date: Thursday, March 13
Instructor: Walt Lafty

Time: 6:30 – 8:30 pm