Manassas Confederate Winter Quarters
American Civil War • 13m
Head into Virginia to the Manassas National Battlefield Park. At the Portici property, we meet with Chief of Interpretation Andrew J. Bentley. Sitting in the field is a reproduced winter quarters. Join host Will as Andrew shares the story of its design and creation. Find out why it is there. Find out why it sits where it does. Whether you are a living historian or an avid armchair general, this story has something for you!
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