John Winn
Lt. Colonel
- Joined
- Mar 13, 2014
- Location
- State of Jefferson
Some of you may remember that I've researched all the Civil War veterans buried in the cemetery where I volunteer. In one case the project got expanded a bit because I discovered that one vet had a cousin with the same name who had also for a time lived in the same town in Oregon (both came out to live with their uncle) who was also a vet. For a short time I thought the information I was finding was for the same man but soon figured out there where two different vets with the same name in the same family. Anyway, I ended up researching the family at some length (and solving another little mystery in the process) and finding that the vet not buried in our cemetery was interred at Andersonville.
Now then, a friend suggested I contact Andersonville and see if they would like a copy of my work. I thought that a bit cheeky but was finally convinced to write their curator. Today I heard from the lead park ranger that they would, in fact, like a copy and so I sent them one. She said she'll be sending me an official receipt and supplying a call number.
I doubt anybody'll ever see it again but I'm still pleased it's part of the collection. Woohoo !
Now then, a friend suggested I contact Andersonville and see if they would like a copy of my work. I thought that a bit cheeky but was finally convinced to write their curator. Today I heard from the lead park ranger that they would, in fact, like a copy and so I sent them one. She said she'll be sending me an official receipt and supplying a call number.
I doubt anybody'll ever see it again but I'm still pleased it's part of the collection. Woohoo !