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Virtual Q&A on Facebook Live – Clara Barton’s Missing Soldiers Office

May 22, 2020 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm EDT

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COVID-19 and closures won’t stop us from sharing the incredible lessons we can learn from studying medical care during the Civil War!

Missing Soldiers- Civil War Medicine & Clara Barton Museum

Published in June of 1865, this is the first of five rolls of Missing Men that the Missing Soldiers Office printed. (Courtesy of the Maryland State Archives)

Join us on Friday, May 22 at 1:00 PM on Facebook Live for a virtual program hosted by the National Museum of Civil War Medicine. You can tune in live by visiting facebook.com/civilwarmed/live at the scheduled time.

Director of Interpretation Jake Wynn will provide a detailed look at Clara Barton’s Missing Soldiers Office. Her efforts helped loved one’s find the final resting place for over 22,000 missing men. Mr. Wynn will examine the process, and its importance for the time. Send us your questions in advance on Facebook or by email (jake.wynn@civilwarmed.org) and tune in to the Museum’s Facebook page for what is sure to be a fascinating conversation. During this FREE program, you’ll hear about different aspects of healthcare on the front lines and in hospitals during the most destructive conflict in our nation’s history that continues impact us today. We are here to answer your questions about Civil War medical care!

Jake Wynn is the Director of Interpretation at the National Museum of Civil War Medicine. He also writes independently at the Wynning History blog.

Like these programs? Consider supporting our efforts by becoming a member or donating to the Museum! Your efforts ensure that we can continue sharing the story of Civil War medicine in this crucial time. In history, we can find hope amid our struggle against COVID-19.

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Date:
May 22, 2020
Time:
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
FREE
Event Category:
Digital Program
Event Tags:
Civil War Medicine, Clara Barton, Facebook Live, Jake Wynn, Missing Soldiers Office

Organizer

John Lustrea
Phone:
301-695-1864

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