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Rob, you have some treasures from the actual war that many of us can only hope to see someday, but don't expect to! I only have photos of three of my ancestors who actually fought and those were taken much later in their lives. I have had better luck with records, however, so the picture can be "assembled". I'm curious about your WEBTV setup which a few years back would not have accepted any attached files. You are saying that has changed, apparently and I certainly hope so. The first chapter of the TWO ARMIES ON THE SAME ROAD file is about 500kb in size. I'll give it a try. If necessary later, I can separate the pieces or change format, whatever will work.
Larry, I'm VERY sorry for the delay in response. I've been VERY busy the last couple of days...school just started & I have 14 & 15 y.o. sons. I appologize for the delay.
Yes sir, I am very fortunate to have the war images, pistol, etc.. I'm only taking care of it for the next generation. The pistol & flask will be given to my oldest son (he's 15) & named after Pvt. Morgan Adams. I have another son (14 y.o.) who gets the other things. I'm "observing" them closely to make sure they'll be good stewards.
Possessing these family heirlooms is great but I feel that you are the most fortunate; having all the "details" of your proud ancestors is the best you can have. Please take my word on it. I can only "hold" the pistol but you have a treasure and are most fortunate in having the details. Thats something to really be thankful over!!
Webtv has changed somewhat. I really hope it will download your file. Please send & we'll try from there. I think it will but it has a "selective" personality...;-) at times & has disappointed me. Thanks, Larry & I'm looking forward to this! Rob (Alabaman)
Samgrant: I re-read your reply & somehow missed the question you asked. I am very sorry. It was most unintentional. I thought you were asking Larry C. I've never met/known Buck Fulford to my recollection. Is Mr. Fulford from Alabama?
Thanks for the welcome aboard also, Samgrant! I appreciate it. Hope all is well with you! Thanks, Rob (Alabaman)
To Larry Cockerham: Larry, I haven't rec'd (to my knowledge) the file that you were to send? If you can please send it I would be honored. If you have sent it we might have to try another option. I hope all is going well. Thanks, Alabaman (Rob)
My Email: radams45@webtv.net
The Major General commanding the Department of the Cumberland would at that time have been George Henry Thomas. General Hatch outlines terms to General Forrest which were the terms under which Generals Lee and Johnston had surrendered. Reading over the terms make me proud to be an American. Generous, benevolent terms that honor the fighting men of a lost cause, treat them as countrymen, and offer protection from arrest and abuse. Note the complete lack of harshness and menace. In receiving their fallen away brothers back into the arms of the nation, the Union commanders knew exactly how to take the first steps to acceptance and healing and peace. If the Northerners could hate any Southern general, that man would be Forrest, but instead he is entreated as an honored foe. What's more, the Confederate military leadership knew what was best for their men and fortunes, and all accepted these terms, (save those few who could get away to Mexico.) These men, the Union and Confederate commanders and their men took those first giant steps to establishing peace throughout the land. They allowed the country to start to heal and march on to greatness. God bless them.
Larry- Very curious. How far along are you with your book? Alabaman, how about you? regards, ed
__________________ 'It is the soldier, not the reporter, who has given us freedom of the press. It is the soldier, not the poet, who has given us freedom of speech. It is the soldier, not the campus organizer, who has given us the freedom to demonstrate. It is the soldier, who salutes the flag, who serves beneath the flag, whose coffin is draped by the flag, who allows the protester to burn the flag'
Forrest, surprisingly enough, as well as being hated was also a curiosity and in many respects admired for his soldierly conduct. General Sherman didn't think too much of him, but I suspect old Bill was biased. From the writings of Gen's Thomas and Wilson, there is an obvious sense of the awe in which they held this individual. Yes, they were adversaries for a period of nearly three years, but I'm sure they also became respectful acquaintances of sorts. My 'book' traces the almost daily activities of the units of two of my ancestors who served from Chickamauga to the end of the war. One was with the Army of Tennessee in the 63rd Virginia and the other served under Hatch, Wilson and Thomas in the 10th TN US Cavalry. These two men and armies used the same roads and buildings from early summer 1864 until the AOT crossed the river at Bainbridge, Alabama on the 28th of December. I plan to follow the AOT through Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina and on to Bentonville since my 63rd VA ancestor apparently made much of that journey by wagon. I've spent several months making infrequent trips to Lauderdale County, Alabama and have met some wonderful folks and also uncovered much of the trails used by both Forrest and Hatch as well as the Waterloo - Gravelly Springs area where Wilson assembled his cavalry for the final assault on Alabama. My next effort will be northeastern Mississippi between Tupelo and *******n. That may take a while. Any leads or ideas will be greatly appreciated.
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