Camp Delaware Screening & Discussion Presented by Community Arts Network
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What was life like for the soldiers who trained in Ohio before heading into battle during the Civil War?
Community Arts Network presents the documentary Camp Delaware, a film focusing on the powerful story of the 5th United States Colored Infantry Regiment and their training at Camp Delaware in Delaware, Ohio, where these brave soldiers prepared to fight in the American Civil War. The screening will be followed by a conversation and Q&A with the producers of the documentary.
About the Film
Camp Delaware invites audiences on an immersive journey through American history, focusing on the powerful story of the 5th United States Colored Infantry Regiment. This documentary explores the regiment’s formation, mustering, training, and battlefield experiences, centering on Camp Delaware in Delaware, Ohio, where these brave soldiers prepared to fight in the American Civil War. Through authentic speeches from key political figures of the era, personal letters from the troops, and evocative music from the period, Camp Delaware captures the strength and courage that fueled these soldiers’ dedication to freedom and justice.
Experience history through the words of Ohio Governors William Dennison and David Tod, Secretary of War Edwin Stanton, and President Abraham Lincoln, as well as through the impactful words of a 5th USCT soldier and descriptions of the heroic actions of Medal of Honor recipients James Bronson, Robert Pinn, Milton Holland, and Powatan Beaty. Each narrative and historical detail brings the struggles and triumphs of the Colored Troops vividly to life.
Community Arts Network advocates for diverse cultural perspectives in the performing arts. We believe in the power of storytelling as a means of preserving culture, fostering understanding, and cultivating meaningful dialogue.
We provide opportunities for performing artists to share their unique perspectives. Community Arts Network is an organization where the performing arts serve as a powerful vehicle for social justice, cultural exchange, and collective healing.
Community Arts Network presents the documentary Camp Delaware, a film focusing on the powerful story of the 5th United States Colored Infantry Regiment and their training at Camp Delaware in Delaware, Ohio, where these brave soldiers prepared to fight in the American Civil War. The screening will be followed by a conversation and Q&A with the producers of the documentary.
About the Film
Camp Delaware invites audiences on an immersive journey through American history, focusing on the powerful story of the 5th United States Colored Infantry Regiment. This documentary explores the regiment’s formation, mustering, training, and battlefield experiences, centering on Camp Delaware in Delaware, Ohio, where these brave soldiers prepared to fight in the American Civil War. Through authentic speeches from key political figures of the era, personal letters from the troops, and evocative music from the period, Camp Delaware captures the strength and courage that fueled these soldiers’ dedication to freedom and justice.
Experience history through the words of Ohio Governors William Dennison and David Tod, Secretary of War Edwin Stanton, and President Abraham Lincoln, as well as through the impactful words of a 5th USCT soldier and descriptions of the heroic actions of Medal of Honor recipients James Bronson, Robert Pinn, Milton Holland, and Powatan Beaty. Each narrative and historical detail brings the struggles and triumphs of the Colored Troops vividly to life.
Community Arts Network advocates for diverse cultural perspectives in the performing arts. We believe in the power of storytelling as a means of preserving culture, fostering understanding, and cultivating meaningful dialogue.
We provide opportunities for performing artists to share their unique perspectives. Community Arts Network is an organization where the performing arts serve as a powerful vehicle for social justice, cultural exchange, and collective healing.
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Where is it happening?
2411 E Main St, Bexley, OH, United States, Ohio 43209, 2411 E Main St, Columbus, OH 43209-2421, United States
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Host or PublisherBexley Public Library
