Making History

A union soldier trains his troops
and prepares to fire his musket.

Today at the Atlanta History Center Homeschool Day, we learned about life in Atlanta during the Civil War and the Battle of Atlanta.  Actors dressed as farm wives, slaves, confederate troops, and union troops acted out a story in which we became involved.  It was exciting and wonderful.

During another activity and with John Robert's assistance, Denver got to be a confederate soldier.  He saw his fortunes rise and fall (he was wounded, survived the war, returned to Arkansas, opened a drugstore, and lived a long, full life).

It was a lovely day of learning made even better by John's ability to join us.  I was thrilled for him to see for himself one of the wonderful activities the boys have been participating in for the last year.  More learning.  More fun.  More memories.

Mr. Toothless smiles for the camera.
He pulled his own tooth!

John Robert and Denver do a project
together at the Atlanta History Center.

Enjoying a sandwich at the Atlanta History Center