Uncover the history of Arlington National Cemetery’s historic Section 27 and what it tells us about race and healthcare during the 19th century. On February 15th at the Clara Barton Missing Soldiers Office Museum, Ric Murphy and Tim Stephens explored the history of slavery and the effects of mid-1800s healthcare in Washington DC, and its effects on America’s most famous cemetery. The presentation focused on the medical care provided to African American civilians on the former plantation of Robert E. Lee and their changing social status during and after the Civil War.The presentation covered many of the themes in their upcoming book: Section Twenty-Seven: The Forgotten History of Arlington National Cemetery.
I liked your book presentation. I’m the lady who asked all the questions. Job well done.