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Memorial Day 2022
Today I had planned on going to the local cemetery to attend the Memorial Day Observances. However, I decided I did not want to be in a large crowd, even if it was out in the open. I did however, … Continue reading
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Tagged Bolen, Cemeteries, gun salute, Memorial Day, Ramsey
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Ellett Bolen in the Civil War
Each Memorial Day I take time to remember my 3rd Great Uncle Ellett Bolen. Ellett was the brother of my 2nd Great Grandmother Mahana Bolen who is in the picture above with my 2nd Great Grandfather Solomon Row. Ellett Bolen … Continue reading
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Tagged Battle of Mansfield, Civil War, Louisiana, Memorial Day, Sabine Cross Roads
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