Welcome to the Civil War Roundtable of Gettysburg. "The most important Roundtable, in the most important small town, at the most important battlefield, in the most important country in the world."
—Joe Mieczkowski, past president

Meeting date: April 25, 2024

SPEAKERS

The Civil War Round Table of Gettsyburg offers this list as information on activities that might be of interest to it's membership. Activities presented on this page are sponsored by the organization listed with each activity.

April

18-21 • Virginia. Jackson's 1862 Valley Campaign Chambersburg Civil War Seminars & Tours will host this conference focused on Jackson's 1862 Valley Campaign led by Gary Ecelbarger. We will study the Battle of Kernstown, skirmish at Meem's Bottom all the way to the Battle of Cross Keys and the Battle of Port Republic. Our lecture day will include talks by Michael C. Harris, Bill Miller, Frank O'Reilly, Scott C. Patchan, Don Pfanz, and Gary Ecelbarger. Here's a sneak peak of the Day 1 Bus Tour with Ecelbarger: We will experience the first phase of the Valley Campaign, from March through April, 1862. We begin with a detailed study of the Battle of Kernstown (March 23), the largest battle fought east of the Alleghenies for 9 months of the war. From there, we head southward, "up" the Valley Pike following Stonewall Jackson's retreating army and its defensive positions, including the scene of the skirmish at Meem's Botton, where Turner Ashby's close call cost him his beautiful horse. Our tour day ends in front of the fifth Stonewall Jackson headquarters house we will view this day, where some of the most momentous decisions were made to set the stage for the rest of the campaign. Member & Non-member rates starting at $745 with Early Bird Discount. For information call 717-264-7101 ext. 206, email civilwarseminars@gmail.com or visit www.civilwarseminars.org for details.

May

10-12 • Pennsylvania. Antique & Modern Arms Show. Sponsored by the Forks of the Delaware Historical Arms Society, Inc. Located at the Agricultural Hall, Allentown, PA. Contact 610-438-9006. 1350 Uhler Rd, PMB 138, Easton, PA 18040-9006. Visit www.allentownshow.net for additional information.

17-19 • Virginia. Period Firearms Competition. The North-South Skirmish Association 149th National Competition near Winchester. Over 3,000 uniformed competitors in 200 member units compete in live-fire matches with muskets, carbines, revolvers, mortars, and cannon plus costume competitions and historical lectures. The largest Civil War live-fire event in the country. Free admission, large sutler area, and food service. For more information, visit the N-SSA website: https://www.n-ssa.org.

June

1-2 • Virginia. Reenactment: The Action at Wilson’s Wharf. Civil War Reenactment – 160th Anniversary – The Action at Wilson’s Wharf. Join us on the scenic James River to commemorate the 160th anniversary of the May 24, 1864 Action at Wilson’s Wharf. United States Colored Troops under Gen. Edward A. Wild successfully defended the earthwork fortifications from an attack by Gen. Fitzhugh Lee’s Confederate cavalry. Open to the public 10-4 Saturday and 10-3 Sunday: $10/adults, $8/students. Battles on both days. Walk the Civil War camps, speak with living historians, and participate in family friendly activities. For reenactors: pre-registration is required starting January 8 at www.fortpocahontas.org; shaded campsites; Friday officers’ social; Saturday dinner and dance. Fort Pocahontas is located off Rt. 5 between Richmond and Williamsburg.

29-30 • Pennsylvania. Annual Gettysburg Civil War Artifact Show. The nation’s premier Civil War relic and collectors show at the Eisenhower All Star Complex at 2634 Emmitsburg Rd., Gettysburg. Our 300+ tables are a great way to view and even purchase authentic Civil War artifacts. Browse the tables and speak with the vendors who are all well versed in history and artifact identification. Better than a museum! Every item has someone willing to give you its history lesson and answer all your questions. $100 VIP Charitable donation includes Friday and early admission for the serious collector. Hours: Sat. 10-5, Sun. 9-2. Admission $10, children under 12 free. For more information visit https://www.gbpa.org/event/annual-civil-war-relic-show.