[Michlib-l] UPCOMING HISTORY HOUNDS: "The Worst Colonel I Ever Saw": Francis Quinn and the Battle of Shiloh - February 14

[Historical Society of Michigan]

Upcoming Lecture . Wednesday, February 14

 

"The Worst Colonel I Ever Saw": Francis Quinn and the Battle of Shiloh

 

with Bob Myers, Historical Society of Michigan

 

Seating is limited! Reserve your spot now.
Participants can "attend" remotely too.

 

 <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> Learn
more and register on our website.

 

HSM members attend for FREE! Non-members, $7.

 



"'The Worst Colonel I Ever Saw': Francis Quinn and the Battle of Shiloh"
will take place on Wednesday, February 14, at 7 p.m.

 

 

 

Colonel Francis Quinn of Niles led the 12th Michigan Infantry into action in
the Battle of Shiloh, but his incompetence led to disaster. Michigan
Governor Austin Blair dubbed Quinn "The worst colonel I ever saw." Come hear
about Quinn and his command in one of the war's bloodiest battles.

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If you enjoy "sniffing out" and exploring Michigan's most fascinating
historical facets, join us for our evening series of in-depth lectures. The
Historical Society of Michigan's History HoundsT Lecture Series allows
attendees to delve into Michigan's history and dig up a bone or two of new
appreciation to take home.

 

HSM members attend for FREE! Non-members, $7.

 

 <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> To
register for a lecture, use our secure online registration forms or call
(800) 692-1828.

 

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The Historical Society of Michigan is our state's oldest cultural
organization, founded in 1828 by territorial governor Lewis Cass and
explorer Henry Schoolcraft. A nongovernmental nonprofit, the Society focuses
on publications, conferences, education, awards and recognition programming,
and support for local history organizations to preserve and promote
Michigan's rich history.

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For more information on the Historical Society of Michigan, please visit
<http://www.hsmichigan.org/> www.hsmichigan.org or e-mail us at
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The Historical Society of Michigan

5815 Executive Dr. . Lansing, MI 48911

Phone: (517) 324-1828 . FAX: (517) 324-4370

 

Upcoming lectures include. 

 

Wednesday, March 14

The Mighty Mac: Connecting Michigan's Peninsulas

 

Wednesday, April 11

Murder and Mayhem: True Crime in Michigan History

 

Wednesday, May 9

Invading Russia: The Polar Bear Expedition

 

 <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> To
register for a lecture, use our secure online registration forms or call
(800) 692-1828.

 

Lectures start at 7 p.m. (unless noted) at the Meijer Education Center at
the Historical Society of Michigan, 5815 Executive Dr., Lansing, Michigan.
The lecture and Q&As usually last about an hour.

 

Seating is limited and pre-registration is suggested but not required.
Walk-ins are welcome.

 

If you are an individual member of HSM, registration is FREE. Registration
for non-members is $7.

 

Participants can "attend" remotely, if they prefer, through Zoom Video
Communications and will be able to interact with the speaker and other
attendees.*

 

For in-person attendees, light refreshments will be available.

 

*For full interaction, microphone and webcam are required on your device.
Instructions on how to remote-in to the workshop will be sent to attendees.

 

 <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/history-hounds-lecture-series/> To
register for a lecture, use our secure online registration forms or call
(800) 692-1828.

 

 


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