The Quartermaster |
Montgomery C. Meigs, Lincoln's General, Master Builder of the Union ArmyRobert O'Harrow, Jr, an award-winning investigative reporter for The Washington Post discusses his new book, The Quartermaster. This intensely personal biography of Montgomery C. Meigs--architect and engineer of the National Building Museum's landmark home--sheds new light on one of the nation's most important, but underappreciated Civil War generals. In recounting how Meigs was able to successfully feed, clothe, and arm the Union Army, O'Harrow reveals what it means to be a fierce, honest, loyal, and progressive public servant. A book-signing follows the talk. O'Harrow's book TheQuartermaster is available for purchase in the Museum Shop or on our website. Free. Pre-registration required. Talk is limited to 150 people. National Building Museum Auditorium. Questions? Contact the Museum Shop. Date:
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