Wednesday, February 13, the Civil War Round Table of Western Missouri held their annual night of show and tell. Twenty nine members and visitors came and learned about personal family histories, the effect the war had on civilians and were brought up to date on the "goings on" of our local partners in history. It is our annual night for all to share about what interests them. A great night with great sharing. Wish you were there.
The photo, taken by Charles Childs, is of Barbara Hughes speaking on a summer 2018 National Parks magazine article entitled "Birds on the Battlefield" that discusses how National Battlefields are catering to bird watchers. The battlefields are natural habitats for many species of birds and other wildlife, drawing birders and other wildlife watchers. Once the get to the parks, they learn about the history and fall in love with the parks.
I'm really looking forward to next month on March 13 when Doug Richardson, the Chief of Interpretation at the Harry S Truman National Historic Site, will present to us his program on the Battle of Fort Donelson. Doug will bring his unique insight into the battle, gained from his time stationed there for the National Park Service. Put it on your calendar. You don't want to be saying next month "Wish I was there."
~ Mike Calvert, President
~ Photo by Charles Childs