[skeeter]

A relative, John Kirkpatrick of the 48th PVA, a farmer & carpenter, fought at Antietam & died on the 18th from wounds received on 9/16. Bump.

[carlo3b]

A relative, John Kirkpatrick of the 48th PVA, a farmer & carpenter, fought at Antietam & died on the 18th from wounds received on 9/16.

We seem to forget that those tragic casualties, in their great numbers are hinding the fact that these were each real people. Each had a home, and loved ones hoping and praying for their return.. Reading the letters and hearing people mention their kinship, bring the whole horrific story to life. Thanks for reminding us..