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History Presentations
"Winchester's Regulars" Presented by Joe Dowd. November 17 2025
The Battle of Frenchtown (often called the Battle of the River Raisin) in January 1813 was a significant, albeit tragic, turning point for the United States during the War of 1812.
At the center of this event was Brigadier General James Winchester, whose leadership—or lack thereof—led to one of the most devastating American defeats of the war.
"Monroe in the Civil War" Presented by
David Ingall November 20 2025
Monroe County, Michigan, played an outsized role in the American Civil War, contributing a higher percentage of its male population to the Union cause than almost any other county in the state. From producing legendary generals like George Armstrong Custer to hosting major training camps, the area was a hub of Union mobilization.
"The Ethnic History of Monroe County"
Presented by Chris Kull November 12 2025
Monroe County’s ethnic makeup is a fascinating layer-cake of history, beginning with its unique position as one of the oldest settled areas in Michigan. Its demographic roots are defined by early French influence, followed by waves of European immigration and later industrial migration.
"The Unseen Wounds" War of 1812 Presented by Chase Blackwell November 12 2025
Stories of the war as told by the people that lived thought it. As read from letters from the families and soldiers.
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