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The Political Strategy Behind Thanksgiving 

Posted on November 28, 2019 by JoAnna McDonald

ECW welcomes back JoAnna M. McDonald Whether you commend or condemn the actions of President Abraham Lincoln, he was an astute strategist.  He took every opportunity to achieve a political advantage over the Confederacy. This detail can be seen even … Continue reading →

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Civil War Cookin’: Did A Thanksgiving Meal Save This Man’s Life?

Posted on November 22, 2018 by Sarah Kay Bierle

Jane Stuart Woolsey volunteered as a hospital nurse with the U.S. Sanitary Commission during the Civil War. Later, she wrote about her experiences and memories, offering a glimpse into a Union hospital, and in one of the chapters, details about … Continue reading →

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Civil War Cookin’: Oysters, Sage, Onion – What To Stuff In A Turkey

Posted on November 20, 2018 by Sarah Kay Bierle

When I think of historical stories about stuffing a turkey, the first one that usually comes to mind is a humorous scene from Laura Ingalls Wilder’s autobiographical novel By The Shores of Silver Lake. Although set in Dakota Territory well … Continue reading →

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Civil War Cookin’: Turkey For Dinner?

Posted on November 23, 2017 by Sarah Kay Bierle

Civil War soldiers mention eating turkey (or wanting to eat turkey) for holiday meals. If they were lucky enough to catch, forage, or receive a turkey, that glorious moment would come when the big bird on a platter landed at … Continue reading →

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Two Presidents’ Invitations To Give Thanks

Posted on November 25, 2015 by Sarah Kay Bierle

Modern media apprises its viewers of the president’s plans and habits for the Thanksgiving holiday. Some presidents have returned to their private homes, others celebrate at the White House, and one flew to Iraq to be with U.S. troops. During … Continue reading →

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Last Minute Plans . . .

Posted on November 26, 2014 by Meg Groeling

Happiest of Thanksgivings from all of us at Emerging Civil War! Yum!

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