How do the artifacts tell the stories of the soldiers and camp women who served in the Civil War? In this lesson, students: Compare and contrast what Civil War soldiers used during their free time and what you use today Learn how artifacts tell us about the life of a Civil War soldier Background This lesson is a supplement to teaching students about the Civil War. For background information about the Civil War, please visit the National Park Service Civil War website. Preparation Make student copies of the Camp Life poster. ( Option: One/group and/or hang a big poster the classroom) Make stude Duration: 60 Minutes.