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

The Red Rover, Naval History and Heritage Command

Join us on Friday, June 12 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 the service of the Civil War’s most famous hospital ship – the USS Red Rover. Her efforts on the Mississippi River saved countless lives. 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.

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