Robert E. Lee Symposium On Civil War History

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January 22-24, 2010

Robert E. Lee

Sponsored by the Robert E. Lee Memorial Association, Inc. with support from the Lee-Jackson Educational Foundation.

PROGRAM

From January 22 to 24, 2010, Stratford Hall, the home of the Lees of Virginia and birthplace of Robert E. Lee, will be hosting its second annual symposium dedicated to the further study of General Robert E. Lee and various issues relating to the American Civil War. This program includes a tour of the Gettysburg Battlefield.

The focus is on Robert E. Lee as a general, the use of primary documents in uncovering new dimensions to Civil War personalities, and the importance of the Gettysburg Campaign. We invite you to join us as we explore the Civil War through primary documents, group discussions, lectures, and tours.

HIGHLIGHTS

Participate in stimulating discussions with Civil War historians
Tour Stratford Hall and the Gettysburg Battlefield
Lodge at Stratford Hall and in Gettysburg
Dine at Stratford Hall and the Dobbin House

FACULTY

Dr. Peter Carmichael, faculty director, is Eberly Professor of Civil War Studies at West Virginia University. Carmichael earned his Ph.D. in history at the Pennsylvania State University in 1996. Some of his published works include The Last Generation: Young Virginians in Peace, War, and Reunion; Lee’s Young Artillerist: William R. J. Pegram; and Audacity Personified: The Generalship of Robert E. Lee. Carmichael’s next book project, “The War for the Common Soldier,” will explore the cultural history of the Northern and Southern rank-and-file and will be part of the Littlefield Series, published by the University of North Carolina Press.

Gary W. Gallagher is the John L. Nau III Professor in the History of the American Civil War at the University of Virginia. He received his Ph.D. in 1982 from the University of Texas at Austin. He taught for twelve years at Penn State University before joining the faculty at the University of Virginia in 1998. Some of his published works include Stephen Dodson Ramseur: Lee's Gallant General; The Confederate War; Lee and His Generals in War and Memory; The American Civil War: The War in the East 1861-May 1863; Lee and His Army in Confederate History; and Causes Won, Lost, and Forgotten: How Hollywood and Popular Art Shape What We Know About the Civil War.

SCHEDULE
(Subject to change)

Friday, January 22:

3:00-5:00 PM: Registration and Check-In. During this time, you may take either the 3pm or 4pm tour of the Great House at Stratford Hall. A special tour will also be offered at 5pm for all interested seminar registrants.
6:30 PM: Dinner, Stratford Hall Dining Room*
7:30 PM: “The Most Important Confederate: General Lee's Impact on the Battlefield and the Home Front,” Gary Gallagher*

Saturday, January 23:

7:00 – 8:00 AM: Breakfast, Stratford Hall Dining Room (lodgers only)
8:15 AM: Leave for Gettysburg
11:30 PM: Lunch break
12:00 PM: Begin Gettysburg Battlefield tour
6:30 PM: Dinner at the Dobbin House, Gettysburg

Sunday, January 24:

9:00 AM: Primary document discussions with Gary Gallagher and Peter Carmichael
10:15 AM: Gettysburg Battlefield tour
1:00 PM: Lunch break
1:30 PM: Resume Gettysburg Battlefield tour
2:30 PM: Return to Stratford Hall

*Note: Friday night’s dinner and lecture are open to the public for $50 per person.

Devil's Den

SPECIAL NEEDS
Our tours will be held rain or shine. Walking around Gettysburg National Military Park will be necessary, as will walking to various destinations on the grounds of Stratford Hall. Please notify us when you register if you have any physical or medical conditions that may interfere with walking at a normal pace or negotiating stairs. Please also notify us of any dietary restrictions. We will make every effort to accommodate you.

PROGRAM FEES

The fee for this program is $450 per person in a double room (mutual requests only), or $550 per person in a single room. This includes one night’s lodging at Stratford Hall, one night’s lodging in Gettysburg, breakfast on Saturday and Sunday mornings, a boxed lunch on Saturday and Sunday, and dinner on Friday and Saturday evenings. If you wish to stay at Stratford Hall on Sunday night, the lodging will cost extra.

There is also an option for those who live nearby and choose to commute from home. The cost of joining us for the lectures, tours, and two mid-day meals as well as Friday and Saturday night dinners is $250. Please note, however, that you will need to find a place to stay in Gettysburg if you choose this option.

We will provide special prices for those requiring one night’s lodging (either at Stratford or in Gettysburg) upon request.

Finally, four full scholarships covering the program fees will be provided for college or university undergraduate or graduate students who demonstrate a sincere interest in furthering their study of the Civil War. Please send a resume, short writing sample, and letter explaining your desire to receive this scholarship to Laura Lawfer by December 1 so the recipients can be chosen and notified before January 1.

In addition to these scholarships, student pricing is available for this program. Please contact Laura Lawfer with questions.

Mail or Fax Registration Form:
Laura Lawfer
Stratford Hall
483 Great House Road
Stratford, Virginia 22558
Phone: (804) 493-8038 ext. 1920
Fax: (804) 493-0333

For questions about the symposium, please contact Laura Lawfer, Director of Interpretation and Programs, at llawfer@stratfordhall.org.