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BELOW : Chris Gwinn at one of his previous visits to the Civil War Roundtable of New Hampshire
News Updated - 9/19/26
News Updated - 9/19/26
The Civil War Roundtable of New Hampshire will meet next on Friday, October 16, 2026, with the return of our friend Christopher Gwinn. Meeting starts at 7:15pm, doors open about 6:45pm, at the Harvey-Mitchell Library, 151 Main St, Epping.
The subject of Mr Gwinn's program will be "Camp Letterman," the famous hospital quickly erected following the horrific battle of Gettysburg.
Named for the man who invented triage, Dr. Jonathan Letterman (and no relation to David), Camp Letterman was near Gettysburg along current Route 30 (York Road) where now hotels, shops and restaurants speckle the landscape.
Picture M*A*S*H of the battle of Gettysburg.
Christopher Gwinn is a veteran of the National Park Service for more than ten years. He is a 2006 graduate of Gettysburg College and holds a Masters Degree in Public History. He has worked as an Interpretive Park Ranger at Antietam National Battlefield, Boston National Historical Park, and the National Mall and Memorial Parks, where he created some of the first public programming conducted at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial. Currently the Chief of Interpretation and Education at Gettysburg National Military Park, he manages and oversees all aspects of the visitor experience, and has written numerous articles and journal entries on the Battle of Gettysburg and the Civil War era.
Chris is a local guy too, having grown up a short distance from Epping in Amesbury, Mass. This is his third or fourth visit to the CWRTNH.
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If you missed the September meeting, you missed a great program of music performed by Bob Kilham and we thank him for a wonderful evening of LIVE music!
There was also a chance to say good-bye to Michael and Denise Vose, who are moving toTennessee. We wish them well.
With their departure two director slots opened up. One was appointed for the interim with Liz Hallett, but another needs someone. Those interested in helping out, should comtact us.
The fall ushers in the season for dues for our members. The rate for dues has not changed in many, many years ($25/person or $40/household). A form can be found on this website. Please fill out the form and bring with you money to the next meeting.
Anyone interested in joining is welcomed with open arms. We suggest you find the form for joining on this site.
If you wish to mail your dues, please do not send cash in the mail. The post office could very well lose you payment.
Our group meets at the Harvey-Mitchell Library, 151 Main St, Epping.
GPS: 43.03907, -71.07295
Contact us for forms
Contact us for forms
Coming this fall!
Coming this fall!
For the celebration of America's Semi-Quincentennial (250th anniversary), a series of quarters will be released throughout the year.
The last of these quarters will be one recognizing the Gettysburg Address.
The Weirs ~ What is it?
The Weirs ~ What is it?
New Hampshire created a special place for its veterans of the Civil War in Laconia near Lake Winnipesaukee, still run by the New Hampshire Veterans Association.
It’s called “The Weirs,” and between 1878 and 1919, Civil War veterans from New Hampshire held reunions called encampments, often with special guests, such as William Tecumseh Sherman, George B. McClellan, Joseph Hooker, Ambrose Burnside, and in 1902, President Theodore Roosevelt.
The “Encampments” happened in August, and it was a very popular event in the state.
More info on “The Weirs,” can be found on these links:
We were founded in May 1991 and have presented talks by some prominent nationally known historians, regional historians including professors from universities and colleges, and many of our members who share their particular passion on a favorite person, battle, technology or what have you.
With the start of the season in September, dues are due. We welcome guests, but please consider becoming a member. Our dues have remained the same for some time now. $25/person and $40/family or household. Dues help our group function and bring in speakers. If you wish to mail in a form and dues, please email a request. A form will be emailed. Please don't send cash through the mail.
Our book raffle has returned. Gently used Civil War books are offered at each meeting. Tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5. Money goes into the fund for the RT and help us with expenses.
We also gladly take monetary donations and as a non-profit, it's tax deductible!
Please note we are meeting at the Harvey Mitchell Library, 151 Main St, Epping, NH
GPS: 43.03907, -71.07295
Park in back and enter through the backdoor. All are welcome: Blue & Gray!
Membership form for CWRTNH.pdfClick the upper right corner of the image of the membership form to print it.
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