Civil War Masonic Aprons
19th Century
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20m
Civil War Digital Digest's host Will stops on the way home from vacation to talk with Patrick Craddock, owner of The Craftsman’s Apron. In his quest to make inspired regalia for modern masons, Patrick draws on his year as a living historian and studying masons from the Civil War era. Enjoy a conversation held at the intersection of history, fraternity, re-enacting, and artistry!
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