From the Brigade Commander
On behalf of the Board of the Civil War Round Table of Eastern Pa., Inc., I’d like to apologize for any disappointment you may be feeling about our need to cancel our September—and now, October—Round Table meetings. Although the Commonwealth has loosened some Covid-19 restrictions, ultimate guidelines regarding conference room occupancy and public meals are set by the hotel’s management. As a short-term solution, we are amid contacting speakers to learn their willingness and ability to present their lecture topics via Zoom, a very easy-to-use internet tool.
We have finalized the selection process for preservation gifts for our 42nd Campaign Year. Last month, I shared news of a $500 gift to the GAR Civil War museum in Philadelphia. Another $1,500 will be sent to the American Battlefield Trust (ABT) to help save a three-acre tract that comprises a portion of West Woods of the Antietam Battlefield—the site of some of the heaviest fighting in the entire Civil War, according to the ABT. Our donation will be matched 1:1, which means we will receive credit for $3,000 of preservation assistance, bringing our total 42nd Campaign Year contribution to $3,500!
While I’m on the subject of Civil War preservation, I’d like to ask that each of you follow in the footsteps of CWRT member, Ed Root. A few months ago, Ed reached out to Representative Susan Wilde to express his concern over proposed legislation regarding the removal of Confederate monuments from our national parks. Our colleague, Wayne Schaeffer, has picked up the baton, as it were, and has shared (see inside) a way for all of us to make a lasting difference. I encourage you all to pitch in and demonstrate to our government leaders that the CWRT of Eastern Pa. is serious about the preservation of Civil War history. Thanks.
Barry