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| Entrance to clubhouse |
As a history major, I found myself very interested in the Union League Club in my neighborhood. Founded during the American Civil War in 1863, the club was started as a political organization in direct opposition to the Confederacy. A progressive and liberal group for the time, the club equipped the first African American infantry for Union service.
This was, obviously, a huge step during the time and the Union League Club was considered to be quite radical.
The club continues to be a largely involved in the community and in certain political issues today.
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| Plaque outside clubhouse |
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| Clubhouse building |
I, of course, wanted to interview the club for a journalism piece. Unfortunately, the club was not very receptive to my advances. After calling, emailing, and even showing up at the club, I realized they were not going to answer any of my questions.
They helped America overcome a lot of prejudices during the Civil War, but apparently they can't handle a young journalist asking a few questions. I guess I shouldn't really be upset though. I mean, who's listening to this group of old white men anyway?
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