From the Brigade Commander
A belated, but nonetheless heartfelt Happy New Year to you all!
Last month, during the third meeting of Campaign 43, we heard an alternative history account of the Battle of Antietam, shared by speaker Gene Schmiel, author of “Lincoln, Antietam, and the Northern Lost Cause.” The book’s point of divergence centers on timing and execution: Had every move been executed well and the timing for each move been just right, the American Civil War would have ended at Antietam. Obviously, this was not to be. But, that’s the fun of speculating about history.
During our February program (scheduled for February 2), we’ll hear about Confederate efforts to recapture key coastal positions in North Carolina. Look inside for more details, including instructions for signing up for the “virtual” (Zoom) meeting. Our attendance is holding steady, but we’d love to see and hear from more of you. And so, I hope you will join me for an evening of “alternative fellowship” and discovery.
We are slowly creeping up in terms of Campaign 43 membership renewals, and I’m grateful to those who have already renewed. You’ll find additional “by the numbers” updates inside. Remember that your membership dollars help fund the informative and diverse programming we bring you each month. And, although we can’t be together, we can still enjoy the fellowship that comes from seeing each other, even if only in a virtual way.
BARRY