Civil War History
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Course Schedule
Dates: 2026-08-13 to 2027-05-13
Cost
Supplies: $0
Expectations and Homework
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About the Course
This course is an introduction to the Civil War Era (roughly 1848-1877) in American history. Students will be introduced to the basic history of the Civil War, with an emphasis on the fundamental causes of the war, the war years themselves, life at home and on the battlefield, and the Reconstruction period. We will address the political, social, and racial components of the American Civil War, and do so through the lens of Scripture.
We will spend a significant time on the military campaigns and individual battles throughout the war, and cover the aftermath of these events (via historic/modern photographs and then/now media).
Textbooks: The American Civil War: A History of the Civil War Era (Gary W. Gallagher and John Waugh); This Great Struggle: America's Civil War (Steven E. Woodworth). Students are not required to purchase the textbooks.
We will also be using additional books, articles, websites, and historical documents (a complete list can be provided by request).
Weekly Readings: Will consist of weekly handouts and worksheets provided in class.
*This course is graded (see Expectations and Homework). However, students can audit this course if graded work is not desired by parents.
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About Bradley
What a blessing and privilege to teach at Cornerstone! I have truly enjoyed this experience!
My wife and I have been homeschooling our three children for many years. It has been a joy and a privilege to do so, and we have been blessed to watch them grow and mature in their educational experiences. My children also attend Cornerstone Classical School.
I received a degree in Biblical and Theological Studies from Boyce College at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, and a degree in History from Indiana University. I have served in various preaching and teaching pastoral positions for about 20 years, working primarily with children and young adults. I was ordained as a Christian minister in 2019. I have also worked as an educator and tour guide with Pamplin Historical Park in Petersburg, VA, and as an educational volunteer with the National Park Service in both Vincennes, Indiana and Richmond, Virginia. I currently work at the Frazier History Museum in Louisville, KY, in the guest services and education department, where I assist with the leading of historical tours and educational programs.