The Civil War took place about 30 years before the invention of devices to record sound. Nevertheless, it continued to impact America's popular culture well into the 20th Century, as reflected here. This section contains selections of Civil War music recorded in the early 1900s (many of which were intended to instill patriotism on the eve of America's entrance into World War I in 1917), several recordings made by Civil War veterans and eyewitnesses at the 50th (1913) and 75th (1938) anniversaries of the Battle of Gettysburg, and several examples of the Civil War in Old-Time Radio shows from the 1940s.
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This section contains mostly photographs of the main historical figures of the Civil War. There are also photographs of artifacts, engravings, and paintings.
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This set of 88 collectible cards was first released in 1962 to coincide with the Centennial of the war. All 88 cards are presented. [enter]

The purpose of this section is to educate about the power of imagery in the stereotyping of race. By understanding how it happened, we can recognize it happening now. Once aware, we can make a conscious effort to avoid the messy thinking stereotyping promotes that leads to fear, prejudice, hate, and discrimination. Increasing sensitivy to these stereotypes can promote racial tolerance. Ultimately, civilivation depends on learning to value the racial and cultural diversity of our histories, our nations, and the world in which we live. [enter]