Welcome to the Civil War Round Table of Dallas

 

No event in our history fascinates Americans as much as the Civil War.  Our interest in the war is only natural for "it was the crossroads of our being," as author Shelby Foote said, "It defines us."

 

The Civil War Round Table of Dallas is a diverse group of men and woman of all ages and from varying backgrounds who enjoy learning about the American Civil War.  It includes history enthusiasts as well as individuals who are just beginning to develop an interest in the Civil War.  It is neither pro-Confederate nor pro-Union in its views, but rather presents topics from both viewpoints of the war..

We meet monthly to hear guest speakers, many of whom are nationally known historians, and to discuss a wide range of topics.  Membership is open to anyone at the cost of $25 per year.

 

We will be in “Summer Quarters” for July and August.  Our next meeting will be on Wednesday, September 10, 2008, when Jack Wall will talk about General Winfield Scott – “Old Fuss and Feathers”.

 

       

Meeting Location

Our meetings are held at the Divine Coffee Shop in the Northlake Shopping Center, located at 10233 East Northwest Highway, Suite 434.  This is on the northeast corner of Ferndale Road and Northwest Highway (Mapsco 27Z) (click here for map to restaurant).  The meal is a buffet at a cost of $15 per person.  It is served shortly after 6:00 and the speaker begins about 7:00.  There is usually a question and answer period following the presentation, time permitting.  Meetings are generally end around 8:15.  Dress is casual. 

 

PLEASE MAKE RESERVATIONS.  WE HAVE TO GIVE A GUARANTEE.  To make your reservation, email Gerry York at Gygolf@charter.net or call Pax Glenn at 214-352-8138 or Scott Robson at 214-348-7703 by noon on the Tuesday before the Wednesday meeting. 

PLEASE DO NOT BE A NO-SHOW.  If you have made reservations and then learn you cannot attend, we ask you to cancel by noon on the Tuesday before the meeting so we can inform the restaurant.  If we are charged for the no-show meal by the restaurant, we will have to charge you for it.

 

Quick Links

Monthly News • Heritage Page • Membership Form

 

 

 

Grady McWhiney Award of Merit

The Grady McWhiney Award, named in honor of Dr. Grady McWhiney, is presented annually to an individual or organization that has contributed significantly to the scholarship or preservation of Civil War history. 

 

The winner of the award for 2008 was Richard F. Selcer, Ph.D.

 

The winner of the award for 2007 was Mr. Ed Bearss