Battle of Antietam

Presented by John V. Quarstein, Director Emeritus, USS Monitor Center

Lecture begins at 2:30 PM

Civil War lectures are free with Museum admission, but reserving a seat is suggested as seating is limited. Reserve seats below.

The lecture will be held in a classroom in the Museum. Please confirm upon check in at Visitor Services the classroom and location of the lecture.

Known as “Prince John” for his courtly manners and flamboyant dress, Major General John Bankhead Magruder achieved great fame for his defense of the Virginia Peninsula in 1861 and 1862 against tremendous odds. He became known as the “Master of Ruses and Strategy.”

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