Our April meeting’s guest lecturer will focus on the 1862 trajectory of a two-division Corps referred to, according to many sources, as being a “crack regiment” and “excellent material.” However, some earlier writings describe the Corps using words such as “disrespected,” “foreigners” and “stepchild.” Speaker M. Chris Bryan will share a compelling story that puts a proper spotlight on any here-to-fore overlooked Corps’ actions at Antietam. Officially, these men were known as the Union’s XII Corps. You’ll find a summary of Mr. Bryan’s presentation on page 2 of the April newsletter. Hope you'll be able to join us.
On the lighter side, and just in time for opening day of the 2026 MLB season, inside you’ll find an “All Star” Civil War lineup, with each “player” described using baseball terminology. The piece was published in 1965 by a now-defunct magazine publisher and furnished by Round Table member Ed Root.
Among the approximately 150K to 180K Union soldiers who came to America from Ireland, you’ll find, in the April Newsletter, a summary of the action(s) that led to Medal of Honor awards. You’ll also find a recap of the Pop-up Museum expenses and a final tally for proceeds that our Round Table has received. You’ll also find a brief summary of the two remaining Campaign 48 lectures as well as April book launches related to the American Civil War.
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