"At War With King Alcohol"- Megan Bever

Addressing Gettysburg · Aug 28, 2023 · 15m

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Liquor was essential to military culture as well as healthcare regimens in both the Union and Confederate armies. But its widespread use and misuse caused severe disruptions as unruly drunken soldiers and officers stumbled down roads and through towns, colliding with civilians. The problems…