Program of Exercises at the Dedication of a Soldiers Monument

<p>This volume contains the program of exercises from the dedication of a soldiers' monument. Commemorating the service of the First Light Battery and the Sixth Seventh and Tenth Connecticut Volunteers the monument stands as a testament to their sacrifices. This historical document provides insight into the sentiments and commemorative practices prevalent in the early 20th century as communities sought to honor those who served in the Civil War. The program offers a glimpse into the speeches music and rituals employed during the dedication reflecting the enduring significance of the Civil War in American memory.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>