Minnesota was the first state to volunteer troops to President Lincoln during the American Civil War. Invite a soldier from the FIRST MINNESOTA VOLUNTEER INFANTRY REGIMENT to your school school to tell this proud story.
The presenter is Mr. Arn Kind, a teacher of 48 years experience, who will come in authentic uniform to teach your students about the events that threatened to break up this great nation of ours.
The American Civil War was America’s bloodiest conflict. 620,000 American’s would lose their lives over the four years of the struggle. What caused this horrific conflict? What events led to the war? What role did Minnesotans play in the war. What motivated young men to sign up and fight as soldiers for the Union? Was it just patriotism or were there other, more selfish motivations for enlisting? What was the everyday soldier’s experience during his term of enlistment. What were his uniform, equipment, weapons, and food like? What were his chances of surviving his 3-year term of enlistment?
Through drama, role-playing and living history experiences, Mr. Kind’s presentation will give participants an understanding of this turbulent time and make history come alive for your students.
One of the reasons Mr. Kind’s presentation really makes this history come alive for his audiences is because of his realistic and colorful portrayal of the people who participated in these events. Another reason is because of all the maps, posters, clothing and artifacts he brings and displays for his audience to see.
Your students will also take on the role of soldiers in the Union Army and will learn some of the rudiments of the Hardee’s Light Infantry Tactics Drill Manual while handling wooden replicas of Civil War muskets.
Mr. Kind’s presentation is a wonderful and unique way of learning about these interesting events in the history of our nation. Your student will get excited about history and will come home and share with their families the many things that they learn and experience on this day, when they will be LIVING HISTORY!
HISTORICAL EXPERIENCES | Minnesota Heroes in Civil War
