How Long Must We Suffer: Bereavement and Mourning in the Civil War

Presented by Susan B. Hawkins, National Park Ranger Fort Donelson National Battlefield

In commemoration of the battle's 150th anniversary, Park Ranger Susan Hawkins will share stories from the people who witnessed the battle of Fort Donelson in February 1862. The information will focus primarily on the civilian relief efforts at the site. Ranger Hawkins will also explore the way that we remember the battle and how we can share these stories with our children. Susan Hawkins has been a National Park Ranger since 1992. She is a graduate of the Public History Program at Murray State University and is currently completing her MA in teaching.

Sponsored by the McCracken County Public Library May 24, 2012 7:00 pm In the Library meeting room All programs are free and open to the public.

For more information, contact Bobbie Wrinkle by telephone at 270-442-2510 ext. 119 (Toll-free 866-829-7532) or email at bwrinkle@mclib.net