The Civil War Roundtable of the Merrimack invites you to our March 11, 2026 meeting at 7:30pm, at the Hilton Senior Center.

Lynn and Brockton, as well as any other locations figured prominently in the manufacture of shoes for Union troops

Some have described shoes as  " the engine room" of the Union war effort. While the North’s victory is often attributed to its rail miles and iron production, the Massachusetts shoe industry was equally vital.  The Civil War acted as a massive catalyst for the transition from artisan craft to industrial mass production in New England. We will look at Lynn , Brockton and Haverhill and their roles.  Also other prominent locations: Natick, Abington, and Weymouth. 

We will also look at the origins of 'Shoddy footware', The "Shoddy" Scandals: Corruption in the North and finally, the Conferdrates situation and struggles to shod their troops. 

March is our "Annual Meeting," and we  will be elections and WE WILL HAVE MANY OPENINGS ON THE BOARD!!! Please consider stepping up to help keep this organization running! Many of our current members are stepping down, and it is very important new ones step up. If you have questions regarding requirements, please contact us!

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