Event

Leaders & Legacies of the Civil War Era Ex Parte Milligan

James A Garfield National Historic Site

Fee:

Free.

Dates & Times

Date:

Wednesday, June 9, 2021

Time:

12:00 PM

Duration:

1 hour

Type of Event

Talk
Virtual/Digital

Description

“No doctrine, involving more pernicious consequences, was ever invented by the wit of man than that any of its provisions can be suspended during any of the great exigencies of government. Such doctrine leads directly to anarchy and despotism.” When a military tribunal sentenced Lambdin P. Milligan of Indiana to hang for allegedly aiding the rebellious states, his lawyers—including James A. Garfield—stood before the Supreme Court to preserve not only his life but also Reconstruction. Speaker: Chris Dobeck, James A. Garfield NHS.

Reservation or Registration: Yes

Reservations are required for this virtual event.

Contact Information

Mentor Public Library
440 255-8811