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The Dispatch
A Monthly Journal of WCWA News
Vol. 12, Issue 14 Spokane, WA December 2017
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In This Issue
Page 1 Civil War Vets WA
State/PSCWRT monthly arti-
cles
Page 2 Second Act
Page 3 Pets in the Civil War
Pages 4-7 Dispatch
Advertising
Page 8 2018 APPROVED
Event Schedule
Pages 9-11 WCWA 2018
Contact
Information
January, 2018 The Dispatch Page 1
JANUARY 11, 2018 John McKay will discuss Civil War and Civil Liberties--A
Painful Legacy?, including President Abraham Lincoln's suspension of habeas corpus,
the reasons for the suspension, and its later reflection in the decision to set up Guan-
tanamo Bay. Mr. McKay served as U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Wash-
ington, 2001-07. He has served as a team chief for certain US State Department Pro-
jects, as a White House Fellow, and as President of the Legal Services Corporation.
At both the state and national level he has held many leadership positions and re-
ceived awards for his work furthering the cause of access to equal justice for all. He
teaches at Seattle University School of Law and is Chair of Government Investigations
and Crisis Management at the law firm Davis Wright Tremaine.
The PSCWRT provides a venue for enthusiasts to learn more about the American
Civil War. We schedule presentations from a Varity of historians, scholars and au-
thors as well as promote the preservation of Civil War battlefields. Our monthly
meetings are held on the second Thursday of the month. We start with a social hour
at 6:00, followed by dinner at 7:00 and program at 8:00. We meet at the China Har-
bor restaurant on Lake Union in Seattle. Make your dinner reservation online at
www.pscwrt.org, or email Rod Cameron at [email protected] .
ROBERT C. ACKLEY
22nd PENNSYLVANIA CAVALRY CO. “M”
G.A.R.: John Buford Post #89 Everett, Washington
22nd PA VOLUNTEER CAVALRY
Organized: 2/22/64 Chambersburg, PA
Mustered Out: 10/31/65 Cumberland, MD
SOLDIER:
Residence: Mifflin, PA Age: 18.7 yrs.
Enlisted/Enrolled: 2/22/64 Hollidaysburg, PA Rank: Pvt.
Mustered Out: 10/31/65 Cumberland, MD
Discharged: 11/65 Harrisburg, PA
Highest Rank: Cpl.
2018 WCWA
Executive Board
Chairman:
Gary Michie [email protected]
Vice Chair:
Johnny Joyce
Secretary:
Kevin Saville,
Treasurer:
Elizabeth Sier
Membership Coordinator:
Sharron Bortz
US Battalion Commander:
Shane Colglazier
CS Battalion Commander:
Carnan Bergren
Civilian Coordinator:
Merilee Rehfield
Check out the
WCWA Website
www.wcwa.net
January, 2018 The Dispatch Page 2
Second Act- borrowed from Hollie Deese
Racing horses find a new career re-enacting history
Racehorses who are no longer winning and face an uncertain future are being given a second
shot at life and, in a way, the chance to live out their final years in the service of their country.
The California Historical Artillery Society (CHAS) is a non- profit, educational organization ded-
icated to preserving the life and times of historic artillery, and is the only West Coast horse
drawn artillery group in existence. It was founded in 1997.
To get those horses, the non-profit , near Salinas, CA., recues Standardbred trotters from the
Sacramento, CA., Cal Expo Harness Racing Track who can no longer race and would likely be
sold and slaughtered for dog food. People like Dennis Winfrey then train the rescued horses
to pull numerous pieces of rolling stock in parades, school day events, and civil war re-
enactments.
The retired racers are just right for artillery work because they have already been exposed to
loud noises and crowds at the track, and because their herd mentality aids in them picking up
new routines by following the more experienced horses, says Winfrey, one of the organiza-
tions founders.
“The old saying You can’ t teach an old dog new tricks may be true for dogs, but not true for
horses,” Winfrey says, Basically , Standardbreds are just buggy horses. They are very calm,
tame horses.
Over the years, the society has grown from performing at a few parades to participating in
more than 30 events a year with four full scale cannons, including one 10 pound Parrot Rifle,
and one 10 pound Howitzer . The horses also pull an antique caisson, supply wagon, and am-
bulance.
Not only is it good for the public, but it’s good for our the people that volunteer. We have
people that can’t afford horses or don’t have space for horses, or maybe don’t want a horse,
but they get to come and do all the stuff.
Their largest fundraising event of the year is the annual Duncan Mills Civil War Days each
summer, they also rely on individual sponsorships to help offset Winfrey’s cost for the upkeep
of the horses.
But even if there was no help, Winfrey would never turn his back on his former racers.
“Our horses,” he says, “are rescued forever.”
January, 2018 The Dispatch Page 3
2017 WCWA Board
Administrative Assistants
Event Planning:
Howard Struve
Insurance Coordinator
Contact H. Struve or. K.
Saville
Publicity Coordinator
Carsan Bergren
Dispatch Editor
Logan Pendell
Webmaster
Rich Bright
Sutler Coordinator
Norm Harriman
Recruiting Coordinator
Ruben Flores
Reciprocity
Organization
Northwest Civil War
Council (NCWC)
Pets in the Civil War Submitted by Ann Clarke
Despite orders to the contrary, many soldiers kept pets with them including dogs, cats, squir-
rels, raccoons, and other wildlife. One regiment from Wisconsin even had a pet eagle that was
carried on its own perch next to the regimental flags. General Lee was purported to have had a
pet chicken that faithfully delivered a fresh egg for the general every day. By far the most
popular pets appears to have been dogs and their presence with a master in camp or on the
march was often overlooked by high commanders. Many officers, including General George
Armstrong Custer who kept a number of dogs around his headquarters, favored the hardiness
of these loyal companions and their companionship was, as one soldier put it, a "soothing con-
nection" with home. Both the 11th Pennsylvania Infantry and the 1st Maryland Infantry (CSA)
had singular dogs that followed the men through the most difficult campaigns including Gettys-
burg. Sallie, the 11th Pennsylvania's unofficial mascot, is remembered in a bronze likeness on
the regimental monument at Gettysburg and symbolized there for its loyalty to the dead of the
regiment. The canine that accompanied the 1st Maryland was regrettably killed in action on July
3 at Culp's Hill, after having participated in the charge of the regiment. So struck by the animal's
gallantry and loyalty to its human companions, a Union officer ordered the animal be given a
proper burial alongside the dead of 1st Maryland. As Union and Confederate soldiers left the
comforts of home for the grim realities of war, many brought along family pets or adopted stray
or wild animals, which quickly took on semi-official roles. Regiments from the North and the
South kept dogs, cats, horses, squirrels and raccoons as mascots. Some chose more unusual
animals, including bears, badgers, eagles, wildcats, even a camel. Not only did these mascots
provide comfort and entertainment to lonely and bored soldiers in camp and on marches, but
they often became companions in battle, suffering alongside their regiments. When Union
troops captured Company B of the Second Kentucky Infantry Regiment at the battle of Fort Do-
nelson, Tenn., they also detained the company’s canine mascot, Frank. The men and the dog
were imprisoned for six months at Indiana’s Camp Morton until they were exchanged for Union
prisoners of war (though there’s no record of whether a captured Union dog went free in ex-
change for Frank).
The Dispatch Advertising
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four months and then removed. If the item sells before that, or you wish to run your ad for another four months, please
contact the Editor. Thank you.
January, 2018 The Dispatch Page 5
LONGHORN LEATHER
Handcrafted quality leather goods
for the serious re-enactor.
Custom work available.
Lee McKewen, Maker
509-627-1330
For Sale
.69 cal. Springfield rifled musket. Fired only three times. Excellent
condition. Used as display piece on my wall and at reenactments.
Defarbed. Comes with scabbard, bayonet and fleece-lined gun
sock. $1k. Contact Cap Caputo, Co. F, 20th Maine. Email:
[email protected] or call 360-507-1220
My name is Tifeni Whittington. I am a 71 yr. old Historical sewing educator, who has recently moved to the Spokane area.
I am conducting a costuming class (It’s All in the Costume) in any historical era at both Hobby Lobby stores.
I would like to offer sewing classes to your network. Students can either participate at Hobby Lobby on the current days or, I can schedule classes in a
location of your choice.
My fee for either class series of 4 classes is $140. They are pay as you go, or if you pay for the 4 classes upfront the student will receive a 5th class for
free.
Spokane Valley
It's All in the Costume every Tues from 4 to closing
Beginning Sewing every Wednesday from 4 to closing
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Division St. Spokane
I am only taking 10 students per class at either locale, so a reservation is requested.
It's All in the Costume every Thursday 3:30 to 7:30
Beginning Sewing every Friday 3:30 to 7:30
Included in the It’s All in the Costume Class besides actual construction of the garment, will be how to research your persona, select historically appro-
priate fabrics and trims for various occasions within your chosen era and important details often over-looked. Men’s, Women’s and/or children’s gar-
ments and accessories will be your choice. I am including in the beginning class, how to operate your sewing machine. I am finding that most new
seamstresses have no idea what a magical machine they have, if they only learn how to actually operate it.
I have 45 years of experience in professional sewing for private clients, film, theater, museum reproduction, living history re-enactors, and the same for
sewing education lessons. I teach from a student's choice project perspective. It is important that each student get to sew something they want to
create, they will learn from any project no matter how difficult the challenge.
Thank you. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.
Kind regards, Tifeni Whittington.
[email protected] / 760 458 2548 phone or text
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January, 2018 The Dispatch Page 6
Civil War Letters
For the re-enactor: vivid descriptions of life in
camp, battles and skirmishes, food and drill,
marching and waiting, and letters from home!
My Dear Wife and Children: Civil War Letters
from a 2nd Minnesota Volunteer
10% returned to your unit if identified when ordering!
www.Civil-War-Letters.com
Nick K. Adams, Author
Hi — I’m organizing a historical social dance event in Seattle — old
and new music, no costume requirement — and thought, since your
events sometimes include a ball or dance, some of your members
might like someplace else to dance.
Breathless Waltz: social partner dance with fast tunes and slow, old
music and new. Part of Northwest Dance Network.
No partner needed, just bring nonmarking shoes (Converse or slip-
pers work fine, high heels are dangerous.) We’ll be teaching basic
rotary waltz and polka, and *really* basic Walking To The Music to
get everyone on the floor. Also a taster of the redowa step for fancy
dancing.
Third Friday of each month, including tomorrow August 19th. 7:30-
10pm. In the Seattle Central MAC dance studio.
$7/$5 for students.
More at Breathless Waltz on Facebook or at http://
breathlesswaltz.com/
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1853 Enfield 3-band Armi Sport. Comes with bayonet and
sheath. Beautiful shape $700. Can send pics. Call or text Jona-
than Sisco at 208-416-7218 or email [email protected]
For Sale
Wooden table with saw horse style legs, approx. 40" x 22" $20
Tablecloth 41" x 40", reproduction fabrics, nine patch and lined
$20
Dress size 16-18, homespun fabric, dark green/off white plaid,
hooks down back, decorative buttons up front. Comes with 2 pairs
of off white undersleeves, one lace collar, one pair of white mesh
gloves $45
Dress size 2W-3W, faded gold fabric, pair of white mesh gloves,
white chemise, lace collar. Worn a lot but, still a good camp dress
$20
Bonnet - handmade and is in excellent shape. Buckrum underneath,
green silk lining and on top. Black lace overlay and extension at
back. Trimmed with white and green ribbon & small pink flowers.
Black ribbons to tie. Comes with mall green drawstring bag. $50
Silver pill box for chatelaine $50
For more information contact Tom Peloquin at [email protected]
January, 2018 The Dispatch Page 7
Alan Williams has decided to sell his saddle he bought last spring.
If you know anyone who’s interested let him know at (509) 701-3319.
Will deliver to Spokane area.
1861 Civil War Cavalry Saddle, includes saddle bags, canteens & flag holster 495.00
From Corporal Marvin Southerly,
Hand-crafted wooden signs, $12-14.50 each, some large, some small, fifty currently in stock, more to come. If I run out, I
will start a waiting list and your order will be filled that way. I will be selling these at reenactments at the Third Michigan
company street. I have drilled pilot holes for leather strips, so the signs can be hung. I can tie it on or you can do it yourself.
Reserve yours now, before they start selling like hardtack. Call/text (509) 270-8834, email [email protected].
(Pictures available on request.)
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January, 2018 The Dispatch Page 8
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WCWA 2018 APPROVED EVENT SCHEDULE
January, to be determined, General Board Meeting (Approval of the 2018 operating budget)
April, TBD, WCWA General Membership meeting
April 27, 28, and 29, Union Gap Living History/School of the Re-enactor, Sanctioned (skirmish). Contact Shane Colglazier, crete-
[email protected] (253) 851-5108.
May, TBD, Hovander/Ferndale School Event, Sanctioned (firing demo). Contact Karrin Porret, [email protected]
May 19, Bremerton Armed Forces Day Parade, Bremerton, Sanctioned (no skirmish). Contact Howard Struve, [email protected] (360) 874-8548.
May 19, Fort Lewis Armed Forces Day, Ft. Lewis, Sanctioned (skirmish). Contact Kevin Saville, [email protected] (360) 292-0966.
May 26-28, Battle of Deep Creek, near Medical Lake, WA., Sponsored public battle. Contact Gary and Darna Michie, [email protected], evening (509) 233-8912.
June 16-17, Battle at Fullbright Park, Union Gap, Sponsored public battle. Contact Alan Geho, [email protected] .
July, TBD, General Board Meeting (Appoint election coordinator)
July 21-22, Battle of Chehalis River, Chehalis, Sponsored public battle. Contact Kevin Saville, [email protected], (360) 292-0966.
August 18-19, tentatively, Battle of Fort Steilacoom, Lakewood, WA., Sponsored public battle. Contact Shelly Butterfield, [email protected], (253) 222-3590, and Shane Colglazier, (253) 851-5108 and [email protected] (253)851-5108. Awaiting approv-al by the City of Lakewood
August 25-26, Mount Rainier Scenic Railroad Living History/Skirmish, Elbe, WA., Sanctioned (skirmish). Contact Larry Wendt, [email protected].
October, TBD, General Board Meeting (Vote on the 2018 WCWA schedule)
November 3, Veteran’s Day Parade, Auburn, sanctioned. Contact Johnny Joyce, [email protected]
November, TBD, General Board Meeting
2016 WCWA Contact List NOTE: Unit type indicated by ART=Artillery, CIV=Civilian, INF=Infantry, MUL=Multibranch, SU=Special
Unit, SG= Special Group, PROB=Units on Probation
Position/Company Name/Contact Phone Email
Executive Board (Elected WCWA Offic-
ers)
Chair Gary Michie 509-233-8912 [email protected]
Vice Chair Johnny Joyce 253-232-6420 [email protected]
Secretary Kevin Saville 360-292-0966 [email protected]
Treasurer Elizabeth Sier 425-308-7963 [email protected]
Membership Coordinator Sharron Bortz 509-535-3479 [email protected]
Confederate Brigade Commander Lt. Col. Carnan Bergren 509-679-9416 [email protected]
Federal Battalion Commander Col. Shane Colglazier 253-851-5108 [email protected]
Confederate Civilian Community Leader Marilee Rehfield 509-307-2134 [email protected]
Union Civilian Corps CIV Lynne Harriman [email protected]
Administrative Assistants (Appointed)
Event Planning Coordinator Howard Struve 360-874-8548 [email protected]
Insurance Coordinator Howard Struve & Kevin Saville 360-874-8548 [email protected]
Publicity Coordinator Carsan Bergren
[email protected] 253-468-4516
Dispatch Newsletter Editor Corporal Logan Pendell 509-270-8834 [email protected]
Webmaster Rich Bright 509-910-4638 [email protected]
Sutler Coordinator Norm Harriman 360-966-5132 [email protected]
Recruiting Ruben Flores 206-276-0803 [email protected]
Civilian Communities (Voting General Board consists of full strength
unit representatives)
Mason-Dixon Township CIV Marilee Rehfield 509-307-2134 [email protected]
Union Civilian Corps CIV Nicole Spellman 509-731-5319 [email protected]
Virginia Military Institute SG Schoolmaster David Schirle [email protected]
Confederate Brigade Staff
Brigade Commander Lt. Col. Carnan Bergren 509-679-9416 [email protected]
Chief of Infantry Maj. Norm Harriman 360-966-5132 [email protected]
Adjutant Capt. Allen Farrand 509-878-1181 [email protected]
Sergeant Major SGM. Tony Lee 360-629-9624 [email protected]
Chief of Cavalry Capt. Bob Davisson 509-995-8619 [email protected]
Parson Maj. Danny Dougall 208-659-7473 [email protected]
Confederate Units (Voting General Board consists of full strength
unit representatives)
1st Texas Infantry INF. Capt. Rick Montoya 509-924-4351 [email protected]
2nd South Carolina Infantry INF Capt. Strider Yocum 360-928-9730 [email protected]
7th South Carolina Infantry INF Capt. Carsan Bergren 253-468-4516 [email protected]
11th Mississippi Infantry INF Capt. George Sier 425-308-1224 [email protected]
11th Mississippi Infantry INF 2nd contact 1st Sgt. Austin Rice 410-980-8146 N/A
14th Virginia Cavalry MUL 1st Lt. Jason Williams 509-951-0013 [email protected]
14th Virginia Cavalry MUL 1st Sgt. Bob Davisson 509-995-8619 [email protected]
15th Alabama Infantry INF Capt. David Imburgia 360-733-2663 [email protected]
21st North Carolina Infantry INF 1st Lt. Danny Dougall 208-659-7473 [email protected]
26th North Carolina Infantry INF Capt. Dan Russo 360-721-6899 [email protected]
Irish Jasper Greens INF 2nd Lt. Brent Marshall 509-230-6829 [email protected]
Pelham's Battery ART 2nd Lt. Kyle Thelin 253-271-7669 [email protected]
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Federal Battalion
Battalion Commander Lt. Col. Shane Colglazier 253-851-5108 [email protected]
Wing Commander Maj. Bryan Tafoya 509-796-4446 [email protected]
Adjutant Capt. Howard Struve 360-874-8548 [email protected]
Sergeant Major Sgt. Maj. Dan Rike 425-422-0323 [email protected]
2nd Sergeant 2nd Sgt. Earl Simmonds 541-409-1293 [email protected]
Battalion Chaplain Capt. Phil DuFrene 360-510-5123 [email protected]
Signals/Telegraph Superintendent 1st. Lt. Kevin Saville 360-292-0966 [email protected]
Federal Battalion (Voting General Board consists of full strength unit representa-tives)
1st Illinois Light Artillery Reg't. ART Maj. Larry Beckett 778-998-8004 [email protected]
1st Michigan Engineers Capt. Harry Schafer 509-660-0477 [email protected]
1st Michigan Light Artillery ART Maj. Gary Michie 509-233-8912 [email protected]
1st U.S. Cavalry CAV Chair Alan Geho 360-739-0783 [email protected]
2nd U.S. Sharpshooters INF Capt. Ethan Whitehall [email protected]
3rd Michigan Infantry INF 2nd Lt. Lisa Tharp 509-998-9136 [email protected]
3rd West Virginia Cavalry CAV Capt. Rich Bright 509-910-4638 [email protected]
4th U.S. Infantry INF Capt. Brad Jones 206-383-7090 [email protected]
4th U.S. Infantry INF (2nd contact) 1st Sgt. John Strand 206-784-4123 [email protected]
7th Wisconsin Infantry INF Capt. Glen Allison 509-545-5400 [email protected]
12th U.S. Infantry INF 2nd Lt. Charles Saint 830-734-0261 [email protected]
20th Maine Infantry INF Capt. Rich O'Flaherty 253-414-4246 [email protected]
20th Maine Infantry INF (2nd contact) Chair Bob Ballard 425-894-6663 [email protected]
79th New York Infantry INF 2nd Lt. Jason Seger 509-438-8235 [email protected]
WCWA 2016 Contact List, cont’d
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WCWA 2016 Contact List, cont’d
100th Pennsylvania Infantry INF Capt. Cory Robinson 360-918-3970 [email protected]
100th Pennsylvania Infantry INF (second contact) Sgt. Johnny Joyce
253-232-6420 [email protected]
Keystone Battery ART Capt. Ron Evans 509-347-6753 [email protected]
U.S. Medical Department SU Maj. Mike Inman 509-280-5608 [email protected]
U.S. Medical Department Chaplain Capt. Ray Carbough 509-995-7665 [email protected]
U.S.S. Tahoma Naval Artillery ART Lt. Cmdr. Thomas Grinsell 360-697-3137 [email protected]
U.S.S. Tahoma Marines INF Capt. Howard Struve 360-874-8548 [email protected]
AoC Fife and Drum Corps SG (Special Group sponsored by 20th Maine Inf.) Sgt. Dennis Lawler 360-620-3287 [email protected]
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