“REBEL: A fascinating new documentary about Loreta Velazquez, one of about a thousand women who secretly served as soldiers during the American Civil War.”
Christian Science Monitor
Staff Picks, May 17, 2013
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What’s on PBS?
Three shows of note: First up, watch how The Ghost Army – young artists
using inflatable tanks, sound effects and impersonation – fooled Hitler’s
armies during World War II (May 21). Next, tune into Rebel (May 24) for a
fascinating documentary about Loreta Velazquez, one of about a thousand
women who secretly served as soldiers during the American Civil War.
Finally, theNational Memorial Day Concert airs live from the US capital on
May 26 at 8 p.m., featuring theNational Symphony Orchestra and military
bands