Speakers Bureau Presents: Greyhounds and Hawkeyes: Iowa in the Civil War
May 13, 2026 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Join Save Our Depot, Inc. in Red Oak on May 13, 2026 at 1 p.m. as Civil War historian O.J. Fargo explores Iowa’s role in the conflict from Fort Sumter to Appomattox. Drawing on his extensive research, Fargo highlights the everyday experiences of Iowa soldiers in the field, the struggles faced on the home front, and the political climate of the era. This engaging program offers a deeper understanding of how Iowans shaped—and were shaped by—the Civil War.
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