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Civil War Commissary in a Box

Civil War Candy? Who knew!

It’s true! Civil War soldiers did eat sugars and sweets – for many, they proved a vital part of their survival. Some were considered medicines, others treats. Some were sent in packages from home, and others given to them by the army. Regardless, you’ll enjoy experience their flavors, textures and, above all, stories, told on the back of our keepsake tag.  Comes with 12 different samples. The perfect gift for the history lover – an amazing trip through time!

Watch Candy Historian Susan Benjamin talk about 1800s and Civil War Candy!

Civil War Commissary in a Box… brought to you by the nation’s ONLY researched-based historic candy company. Our founder, Susan Benjamin, is author of numerous articles, even a book on the subject (her tenth) on Smithsonian’s Best Books About Food. Everything you get from True Treats is the best possible, most delicious version of her scholarly research – and Civil War Commissary in a Box is no exception. True Treats products are sold in museum gift stores across the county. Enjoyed in homes everywhere!