Berlin Civil War Heroes Documentary

Saturday, June 17 — 12:45 pm to 1:15 pm
Discover the story of eleven brave African-American men from Berlin who enlisted in Connecticut’s 29th and 30th Colored Troop Regiment during the Civil War.

June 17, 2023

Events > Berlin Civil War Heroes Documentary

When

Saturday, June 17
12:45 pm to 1:15 pm
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Where

Berlin-Peck Memorial Library
234 Kensington Road
Berlin, CT

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This short original documentary tells the story of eleven brave African-American men from Berlin who enlisted in Connecticut’s 29th and 30th Colored Troop Regiment and fought for the freedom of their people… and the nation. Discover their remarkable story of sacrifice and heroism on the battlefield!

Join us after the documentary to ask questions at the audience Q&A session.

Produced by the Wide Awake Film Company (featured on the Curiosity Stream Network) and the B.E.A.T. Berlin Civil War Heroes Project.

Sponsored by the B.E.A.T. (Berlin Equity Action Team).

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