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MICHIGAN IN THE CIVIL WAR is the 25th documentary created by veteran producers and directors, Al & David Eicher. The 93 minute presentation follows a timeline of Michigan’s participation in events leading up to the war and through its conclusion.
CONTENT INCLUDES: The Underground Railroad, “Under the Oaks”, Sojourner Truth, the John Brown and Frederick Douglasmeeting, Gov. Blair’s call for troops, the Jackson Grays, George Meade at Caseville, Camp Barker, the formation of units, Fort Wayne, Camp Anderson, Camp Lee, Camp Blair, Michigan Women in the War, Sharpshooters, Michigan Christian Commission, drummer boys, Sutler’s tent, George Custer and the Monroe connection, the Singing Company, Battles at Shiloh, Fair Oaks, Antietam, Bull Run, Gettysburg, South Mountain, Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, Vicksburg & Richmond, Camp Ward, Lee’s Surrender, Jefferson Davis capture, President Lincoln and the assassination, Ford’s Theater, the Funeral Train, the Grand Parades and the forming of the G.A.R.
RESOURCES: More than 150 libraries, historical societies and individual researchers contributed photos and information. The National Archives, Brady Collection and Harper’s Weekly were also used. We greatly acknowledge the participation and cooperation of many re-enactors throughout Michigan who helped make this production possible. A special thanks to the Historic Fort Wayne Coalition, Huron City Museums and the troops at the Cascades Civil War Muster.
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