Douglas Arthur Keily 08/24/13
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Steenburg Speaks on Women in the Civil War, Oct. 25
The Civil War was not only a turning point in American history, but also one in the history of women in America. In these Victorian times, all women could not vote, and married women could not own or inherit property, or get a divorce even from an abusive or adulterous husband. Nevertheless, they proved their ability and patriotism during the war by managing the farms, plantations, and homes of the men who had gone off to fight the war.
Some women volunteered to cook for the troops, to sew uniforms, to organize aid groups and fundraisers for the troops, to nurse injured soldiers, and even to become secret operatives. On Oct. 25, , The Friends of Fort Trumbull will welcome Professor Nancy Steenburg, who will explore these roles of women, speaking on The Women of New London during the Civil War.
Professor Steenburg is an Adjunct Professor in History and Director of the Bachelor of General Studies Program at the University of Connecticut, Avery Point. A graduate of Radcliffe College at Harvard University, Trinity College, and the University of Connecticut, she is the author of many articles and the book Children and Criminal Law in Connecticut.
Recently, she has become Vice-President of the Association for the Study of Connecticut History, President of the New London Historical Society, and a contributing author for the recently published The Rockets’ Red Glare, dealing with the War of 1812. Drawing upon extensive research in the archives of the New London County Historical Society, she will discuss the roles taken by New London women and the N.L. Ladies’ Soldiers’ Aid Society.
The meeting will take place in the Conference Center at Fort Trumbull State Park, 90 Walbach St., New London at 7 p.m. The public is invited to attend, but seating is limited.
For more informatio,n visit www.fortfriends.org
Celebrity Author Lunch Slated for Sept. 28, Benefits Child & Family
David Handler
The backpacks will have been purchased, the new shoes and first day clothes will have been chosen, and the heat wave will have broken.
As summer winds down, mystery buffs and book lovers of all types are invited to the second Celebrity Author Luncheon sponsored by the East Lyme Child and Family Auxiliary on Saturday, Sept. 28, at the Community Center in East Lyme from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
As its first speaker, the Auxiliary is delighted to welcome James Benn of Hadlyme, who is the author of the Billy Boyle World War II Mystery Series. He will introduce the audience to his eighth Billy Boyle whodunit entitled A Blind Goddess. It recently received a starred review in Publisher’s Weekly.
Crimespree Magazine has said, “The Billy Boyle books are among a small group that goes right to the top of the reading pile.”
The second celebrity is David Handler, a resident of Old Lyme, who is the critically acclaimed author of several bestselling mystery series. He will introduce his newly published Runaway Man.
James Benn
Luanne Rice, who also has a home in Old Lyme, says, “A new novel by David Handler means a lost weekend. He is a master storyteller who starts with a character you want to know everything about and leads you into taut, un-put-down-able suspense.”
Publishers Weekly has reported, “Handler’s blend of suspenseful plot, skillful telling, and occasional splashes of comic relief add up to a heady cocktail of prime crime.”
Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 at the door.
For more information or to make reservations for a party of six or more, call 860-460-2304 or email celebrityauthors@comcast.net.