The Fighting 69th Marches Again The 69th NYSV Historical Association marches in the New York City St. Patrick s Day Parade. The Fighting 69th has lead the parade since 1851.
Photo courtesy of the 69th NYSV Historical Association. By Corinne Dillon, Contributor
As America reflects upon the 150th anniversary of the Civil War and its deciding turn at Gettysburg, thousands of Americans are donning the uniforms of yore as they re-enact the long war’s battles. Corinne Dillon talks to
members of the 69th New York State Volunteer Historical Association about the continuing legacy of the Irish regiment.
This year has been a busy one down in Gettysburg, with both the one hundred and fiftieth anniversary commemoration of the most famous Civil War battle itself (July 1-3, 1863) as well as the sesquicentennial of the Gettysburg Address coming up on November 19th.
Civil War memorial to 54th Regiment returns to Boston Common
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Twenty-eight years ago, the initials carved into the rocks were barely visible.
âTo find a set of inscriptions that has not been vandalized is especially rare and unusual,â Noel Harrison said in May 1992. âThereâs every indication itâs the real thing.â
Harrison, who still serves with the National Park Service, was referring to a tall outcrop of rocks located deep within the woods on the north side of Centreport Parkway, about a half-mile northeast of Mountain View Road. Old-timers who grew up in the area call the desolate landmark Buzzardsâ Roost.
While hiking with Boy Scouts in 1957, Clarence Snellings also came upon the rocks and the same patch of Civil War-era inscriptions.
EDITOR’S NOTE: The following is part of a month-long series about noteworthy black Americans in Everett, taken from vignettes written by former City Clerk Michael Matarazzo in his book ‘They Came from Everett.’ The histories of many black residents of Everett might surprise readers, as many of their stories have never been fully told. There are judges, former slaves who become hotel operators, football players and a former ambassador. It is hoped our readers enjoy these pieces as much as we did. Matarazzo’s book is available at bookblues.com.
In 1901, the Everett Republican Committee nominated Arthur E. Jordan for one of the three seats on the Common Council in Ward Five. At the time, the GOP nomination ensured election and Mr. Jordan was indeed elected.
Sergeant William Carney
During the Battle of Fort Wagner in 1863, Sergeant William Carney was recognized for his gallantry in saving the regimental colors, the American Flag. He was an African-American soldier who had been born a slave. He made history as the first African-American to be awarded the Medal of Honor. Sergeant William Carney was 23 years old during the Battle of Fort Wagner, where his bravery earned him the Medal of Honor.
Early Years
William Harvey Carney was born on into slavery on February 29, 1840, in Norfolk, Virginia. At an early age, he and his family made their way to freedom using the Underground Railroad. He reached Massachusetts and was reunited with this father. Eventually, all members of his family were either freed by purchase, or by the death of their master.
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