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Civil War Nicknames

Location of Sailor's Creek Battlefield State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: Visitor Center
Main Park Address: Sailor's Creek Battlefield State Park, 6541 Saylers Creek Rd., Rice, VA 23966.

When

June 28, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

The common practice of "tagging" individuals with nicknames has been around since the beginning of time. History is filled with colorful, comical, degrading and demeaning examples. The American Civil War was no different. Nicknames stuck to popular figures for a variety of reasons such as great victories, humiliating defeats, personality traits, physical features, etc. by their own troops, their enemies, the media, politicians and old classmates from West Point.

We will explore and share the origins and back stories from a selection of the most noteworthy nicknames that provides a lighter side, often humorous view of the brutal conflict that produced so many larger-than-life characters. This family-friendly program is FREE to the public and will take place indoors at the Visitor Center Museum. For questions, please contact the Visitor Center at 804-561-7510.

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: No.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 804-561-7510
Email Address: SailorsCreek@dcr.virginia.gov