The local newspaper for Columbus, Indiana – The Republic- publishes a special Memorial Day section called SALUTE. This supplement appeared on May 25th, 2023. It is a tribute to those who have served our country. This section also introduces the concert that is performed by the Columbus Indiana Philharmonic Orchestra which will have “…. a stirring tribute to the men and women who served and sacrificed for our freedom”.
Included in the supplement are a few articles. One in particular is “Gone But Not Forgotten” written by Bud Herron with photographs by Mike Wolanin. This article focuses on a project that the John B. Anderson Camp #223 of the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War has been working on.
The project is an attempt to discover those who had some connection to Bartholomew County and died during the war; born here, lived here, died here, or is buried here. Years ago this was looked into and was the focus of two articles in the paper. After almost 30 years with the help of more online information and sharing, the number has expanded from 240 to almost 400. Of note, there is no memorial in the county to the sacrifice of these soldiers.
The article can be accessed – https://issuu.com/indysouthmagazine/docs/052523cr_salute_lo/2
Secretary of John B. Anderson Camp #223
Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War
Columbus, Indiana
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