African American soldiers played a key role in the Civil War. In this live class, we'll learn about this significant era in American history and the substantial impact that African American soldiers made. We'll hear the stories of Medal of Honor recipients Alexander Kelly and James H. Bronson, as well as follow the journey of Matthew Nesbitt from “slave to soldier” in an interactive exploration that challenges you to ask, “What would I do?”

About Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum
Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum Trust, Inc. is responsible for one of the only memorials in the United States dedicated solely to all of our military personnel, regardless of their branch of service, status, era or conflict. Our mission is to preserve a lasting tribute to those men and women who unselfishly gave of themselves in serving their country, particularly during American conflicts. Through educational outreach and programs supporting our veterans, we promote the significance of the facility to the community as a living memorial, an educational asset, and cultural treasure.

Meet Your Instructors:

Tim Neff, Director of Museum and Education: A social studies teacher, Neff began working at the Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum in 2002. He has since developed an education department that offers a variety of interactive and engaging programs.

Michael Kraus, Curator of Collections: A well-known military historian, Kraus has authored several Civil War books and has been tapped as a consultant for numerous films and documentaries.