During this war, our Union soldiers guarded Confederate prisoners who stayed in our Casemates. Students will learn how soldiers on both sides were recruited, trained and what items they would have been issued. We will discuss the conditions at Fort Mifflin and share with students the challenges these men had in surviving sickness, a difficult environment, and isolation from the mainland. Civil War Medicine uses actual surgical records coupled with our presentation to create a vivid picture of 19th Century medicine. Students will learn about treatment options, the qualifications of a typical field surgeon, the important role of nurses and the desperate measures used to save lives.
Students become the physicians and prescribe treatment to an injured patient.
Our staff is available to take your call Monday through Friday from 9am to 5pm. To insure availability of your preferred date, make reservations as soon as possible. Bus driver admitted free. Deposits are not refundable, but can be applied to a rescheduled date. Your students can enjoy their lunch at our picnic site.