Name
The Power of Primary Sources: Civil War Letters between Lester and Davis Willson
Description
Davis and Lester Willson came to Bozeman in 1866-7 and both became leading community figures. They served in the Union Army and corresponded with each other. Their letters contain powerful observations about Lester’s experience with Gen. Sherman’s March to the Sea and an encounter between Union soldiers and Confederate prisoners in Nashville. Attendees will participate in primary source analysis activities based on these letters.
Speakers
Track
MCSS (Social Studies)
Date
Friday, October 18, 2024
Time
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Professional Development (Renewal) Units
1
Type of Session
Session - In-Person
This sectional targets grade level(s):
6-12
Capacity
31