Arms & Equipment of a Civil War Infantryman, Presented by Reenactor John Wessner

I have been a reenactor for over 20 years, reenacting with the 31st Virginia. I am also a 4th grade teacher. This video shares information about the uniform and equipment used by the Civil War Infantryman, as well as some background information to help students understand the Civil War. I am presenting information that I have learned from nearly 30 years of being a student of history and the American Civil War. Enjoy, and feel free to reach out with questions to @. Thank you for watching! I also HIGHLY recommend the following resources, as referenced in the video: The American Battlefield Trust’s Animated Battle Maps and “In 4“ series: Ken Burns’ documentary “The Civil War“ Tillie Pierce Alleman’s Memoirs: