Army of Northern Virginia, army
of legend,
Who were your captains that you could
trust them so surely?
Who were your battle-flags?
Call the shapes from the mist,
Call the dead men out of the mist and
watch them ride...
Army of Northern Virginia by Stephen
Vincent Benet
Among the top Living History groups in our
time is Lee's Lieutenants. Spanning the years
of the American Civil War from the first shots
fired in Charleston Harbor through the
surrender at Appomattox, come witness the rich
poignant portrayals of the distinctive
personalities of General Robert E. Lee, his
generals, officers and brave soldiers of the
Army of Northern Virginia, important political
figures of the Confederacy, and Southern
civilians from all walks of life who were
caught in the storm created by the clash of
great armies.
to a simpler time of honor and
courage when hope was still high for a
Southern independent nation. Hear the Generals
and officers speak of their tactics, explain
their reasons for their actions, and tell
stories of their experiences on the
battlefield and at home. Meet the politicians,
nurses, Confederate spies, refugees and the
wives left at home to cope alone. Bring them
any questions you have.
that
bring such a wide variety of perspectives and
knowledge of the Civil War to the public. Plan a visit soon.
