May 14, 2026 at 6:30 pm
Join the TVCWRT for our May meeting as renowned historian and author Robert J. Miller will present his engaging speech, “Chaplains in the Civil War,” inspired by his acclaimed book Faith of the Fathers. In this powerful program, Miller explores the often-overlooked role of military chaplains who brought comfort, courage, and faith to soldiers on both sides of the conflict. Drawing on years of research and vivid firsthand accounts, he sheds light on how spiritual leadership shaped morale and meaning amid the nation’s greatest hardship. We will gain a deeper understanding of how faith influenced the Civil War’s human story far beyond the battlefield. Don’t miss this thought-provoking presentation that connects history, heroism, and faith in extraordinary ways.
The Reverend Robert J. Miller is a retired Catholic priest, scholar, and former president of the Chicago Civil War Round Table. He is author of six books, including Both Prayed to the Same God: Religion and Faith in the American Civil War.
