The Story of Richard Kirkland

This is a story of a young man who is remembered as one of the most compassionate characters of the entire Civil War. His legacy is that of a conflicted Confederate soldier, whose courage, charity, and conduct stopped the War Between the States, if only for a moment.

Mort Künstler

Considered one of America’s great historical artists, Mort Künstler has become well known for the extraordinary authenticity and drama of his work. Mr. Künstler’s paintings are featured throughout the film.

Movie to Release 2010

This dramatic documentary is planned to be released in early 2010. Director Clint Ross has been working on post-production following location shoots at Fredericksburg and Salem Virginia, as well as Camden, South Carolina.

The Naked Historian

Co-Producer Michael Aubrecht has written and lectured extensively on the life and legacy of Richard Kirkland at museums and universities. He also leads private tours at the Kirkland Monument on the Fredericksburg Battlefield.

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The Battle

On December 13th, 1862, Federal forces suffered terrible casualties in several futile assaults against Confederate defenders on the heights behind the city of Fredericksburg. This tremendously one-sided victory renewed the southern force’s resolve while stopping the Union Army’s march toward the Confederate capital of Richmond. Although this engagement was tactically insignificant to either side during the Civil War, the actions of Sgt. Richard Kirkland on the morning after the massacre left a lasting legacy and gave birth to the story of "The Angel of Marye's Heights."