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Leaders & Legacies of the Civil War: Life After President Garfield In-Person
REGISTRATION OPENS FOUR WEEKS BEFORE THE DATE OF THE EVENT.
The terrible tragedy of President Garfield’s assassination in 1881 shattered his wife Lucretia’s world. First Lady for only four months, she was suddenly thrust into the spotlight during his suffering after the shooting, staying constantly by his side. She was admired and respected by her fellow Americans and people abroad as she publicly exhibited strength and courage. However, her shy and private nature resumed after her husband’s death when she returned to Mentor, Ohio.
Through her own words, learn more about Lucretia Garfield’s dedication to her husband’s memory and discover how she occupied her remaining 36-1/2 years. The Widow Garfield at the turn of the 20th Century will explain how her children achieved their own destinies and why James had said that Lucretia “rose up to every occasion.”
SPEAKER: Debbie Weinkamer, Lead Volunteer, James A. Garfield NHS.
- Date:
- Wednesday, October 9, 2024 Show more dates
- Time:
- 12:00pm - 1:00pm
- Time Zone:
- Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
- Location:
- Village Room
- Branch:
- Main
- Audience:
- Adults
- Categories:
- Lifelong Learning
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