History Shark Productions

​A decade ago, Frederick hosted several events associated with the Sesquicentennial commemoration of the American Civil War. Chris Haugh was behind the production of an Emmy® award-winning film entitled “Maryland’s Heart of the Civil War." The documentary debuted in 2012 and was produced by MPT (Maryland Public Television), airing on PBS stations nationwide. In this 4-part course, Chris will offer a detailed recap of events that tied Frederick, both city and county, to the greatest political and physical struggle fought to preserve or destroy the young United States of America. Through the use of illustrated PowerPoint presentations, diary entries and anecdotes from newspapers/history accounts and clips from the “Maryland’s Heart of the Civil War” documentary, this course will explore the three major campaigns that came through our area and the direct impact the Civil War had on the local landscape and citizenry. Topics of discussion will include the 1861 State Legislature in Frederick, Rebel Occupation of Frederick, Barbara Fritchie, Battle of South Mountain, Antietam, Lincoln's Visit, Gen. Meade Change of Command, Gettysburg, Hospital Center, Ransoming of Frederick, and the Battle of Monocacy. The classes will be held live online using the Zoom platform. Internet connectivity is required to participate in class via desktop, laptop, tablet or mobile phone. No additional subscription needed as a special link will be emailed to you.

3-part course on consecutive Wednesday evenings 7-9pm 

Optional special, bonus 4th class will consist of a Civil War-themed Twilight Walking Tour of historic Mount Olivet Cemetery. The scheduled date is Wednesday, September 17th from 6-8pm. Meet at Mount Olivet's historic Key Chapel (located 100 yards behind the Francis Scott Key monument and the 515 S. Market St front gate to the cemetery).