Secrets of the Civil War: A Tale of Two Roberts
Mar 27, 2023
In today's installment, we’re going to hear about two men–both named Robert and hailed as heroes, who had completely different backgrounds – until the Civil War changed the directions of their lives forever. One was a boat thief and the other was a battalion leader.
Hosted by: Sharon McMahon
Executive Producer: Heather Jackson
Audio Producer: Jenny Snyder
Written and researched by: Heather Jackson, Valerie Hoback, Amy Watkin, and Mandy Reid
Links to Full Episode:
Related Links:
- Robert Gould Shaw
- The Planter (ship)
- Robert Smalls
- Crew of the USS Hunchback - part of the Union Naval Blockade
- Robert Gould Shaw with the 54th
- 54th Regiment Poster
- Fort Wagner from the beach - 1863
- Fort Wagner from inside - 1860s
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