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Civil War Draft in Wisconsin

Wisconsin and the Civil War
Use the 1862 Civil War Draft Riots to examine differing opinions on the Civil War in Wisconsin
Classroom Material

Soldier John Cronk's Letter Describes Training Camp

Wisconsin in the Civil War: Camp Randall
In this lesson students will examine the letter of John Cronk to learn more about Camp Randall and the role Wisconsin played in the Civil War
Historical Essay

Civil War Draft Riots in Wisconsin, 1862

A brief description of the violent attacks that ensued after the Civil War military draft began in Wisconsin.
Historical Essay

Civil War Draft Drum

Wisconsin Historical Museum Object – Feature Story
Military draft raffle drum used to select draftee names in Milwaukee, Wisconsin during the Civil War, 1863-1864. (Museum object #1966.174)
Historical Essay

The Civil War Home Front

How the Women of Wisconsin Helped Win the War
Discover how women on the Wisconsin home front helped win the Civil War.
Historical Essay

The World War II Home Front

The Benefits and Costs of War
Discover how World War II affected daily life in Wisconsin.

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