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Louisiana In the Civil War

The Rapides Parish Library in Alexandria will host a six-week series of readings and discussions about the Civil War as it was experienced within Louisiana. The program is free and open to the public and will be held on Tuesdays from 6:30 to 8:30 PM., beginning on April 1st and concluding on May 6th for a total of six sessions. The program will be held at the Huie-Dellmon House, 430 St. James Street. Those interested in attending are encouraged to register in advance at the library. The phone number is 445-2411, ext. 241.

1. Seccession and Mobilization. Part 1 (56 minutes) Part 2 (35 minutes)
2. 1862: Year of Challenge, the Fall of New Orleans and the Battle of Baton RougeMP3 File
3. To Capture the Mississippi River, 1862-1863MP3
4. Struggling home Front and the African-American ExperienceMP3
5. The Red River Campaign of 1864MP3
6. Consequences of War: The Political and Social Upheavals.MP3