On September 29, 1864, fourteen Black men earned the Medal of Honor for their heroic charge against Confederate earthworks outside Richmond, Virginia, leaving hundreds of their own dead and wounded on the field. Learn the stories of former slaves and freemen who fought valiantly for a country that did not yet consider them citizens.
Speaker Jeff Kluever is a life-long student of the American Civil War, former museum professional and featured presenter for groups across the state.
There is no admission fee for this program at the Indianola Activity Center thanks to sponsors Community 1st Credit Union and Oak St Health.