Dr. Matthew Warshauer will discuss his new book, “Connecticut in the American Civil War: Slavery, Sacrifice and Survival,” Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at Geer Village. He will also discuss the plans for the state’s 150th anniversary of the war.
Dr. Matthew Warshauer is a professor of history at Central Connecticut State University. The author of three books, he is a specialist in 19th-century political and constitutional history. He currently serves as co-chair of the Connecticut Civil War Commemoration Commission, and is helping to coordinate activities across Connecticut to focus on the importance and lasting legacies of the American Civil War and Connecticut’s involvement in it.
Although most may not immediately think of Connecticut when considering the Civil War, the state was extensively involved in the conflict. Connecticut sent more than 30 regiments to the front, had an extensive industrial capacity and an active home front. Connecticut is also home to more than 130 Civil War monuments.
Book signing will be available. There is no charge, and the public is welcome. Geer Village is located on at 77 South Canaan Road in Canaan. Further information may be obtained at 860-824-8133.
“Connecticut in the American Civil War: Slavery, Sacrifice and Survival” is the fourth in a series of author’s presentations for Geer residents and the public. Geer is a community-owned, locally operated, non-profit corporation that provides senior housing for independent living, skilled nursing care, adult day care, and outpatient rehabilitation.