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History and Hope (Remember to remember on Memorial Day)

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In sweltering temperatures and woolen uniforms, local students and members of the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War honored Private james C. Averill, a Civil War veteran from Newburyport. He was a private in Company L, 1st Heavy Artillery in Maine. He joined the Union Army in 1864 and fought in the battle of Cold Harbor. Following his death on Labor day 1901, Averill was interred at the New Highland Cemetery in Newburyport on 3 September 1901. This production honors Private Averill and other American war dead and veterans while addressing the question of why it is important to remember them. Through short interviews with organizers and participants of the event, a famous quote of General Robert E. Lee is also explored. Civil War era photographs and accurate American casualty counts serve as a reminder of past American conflicts and the many brave men and women who fought them.

PLEASE REMEMBER TO REMEMBER ON MEMORIAL DAY.
EXCUSE THE SHODDY QUALITY; THIS LOOKS MUCH BETTER ON A TV

THANKS FOR WATCHING!
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