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Experience a sojourn in America's past, exploring the great conflict that divided state from state and brother from brother. The vast fields and orchards of Riley's
Farm, in concert with our skilled staff of Civil War living historians, help your students and family imagine the contours of Civil War life in a way that motivates ongoing study.

Start the day off with a rousing town meeting in which your group must debate the war then decide whether to secede, join the union or stay neutral. All sides will get a chance to argue their point. After that, spend time with Confederate and Union soldiers as they teach you about their home states and the issues they face. At the end of the day, it all comes down to a large mock battle that students participate in. Look below to see some of the activities you might participate in.

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School of the Soldier. Learn what it was like to drill using the methods of the 1860s. Do you know what it is to be part of the "Rank" and "File?" Well, you will by the end of this scenario.
	General Mercantile. There were those who greatly profited from the war. General stores and traveling settlers were not looking forward to the wars end. They were the ones who provided necessities and accessories to soldiers and camp followers.
Camp Life. A soldier spent much of his time under canvas: Experience what that was like. Here is your chance to ask some questions and hear some stories of the war from a soldier's viewpoint.
	The Agricultural South. A southerner likely spent his whole life on the farm. Experience life as the average Confederate, and learn the strengths and weaknesses of the southern economy.
The Surgeon What was an operation like during the Civil War? Take a swig and bite the bullet as you learn how surgery was done. This station is not for the faint of heart.
	Etiquette In the era of prim Southern belles and staunch Victorian etiquette, proper social behavior was of the utmost importance. Explore the history of manners and morals with us.
The War at Home. This was a war not fought in a far away land, but in our own backyards. Get an insight to how family members, especially women and children, contributed to the cause during the war.
	Marching. March, march march. Drill, drill drill. With large armies of young, untrained boys, drilling was an essential to keep them out of trouble.

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