11/25/2005 - Route 2 to Athol - Thinking about Leominster Soldier

Between 1860 and 1865 Charles Brown, a soldier in the Union army, and his wife Sara, exchanged around 140 letters. I would love to tell you of their fascinating perspectives on the huge issues of the day, or of the poignant love story between them, but I cannot, as I am only a virtual tourist, and could find none of the actual writing on line. However, if you happen to find yourself in Leominster, you might consider stopping by the historical society to see if you can catch a glimpse of this exchange.

Although I am very interested in American history and have read quite a bit about the revolutionary period, I have never really gotten into the Civil War period, despite having an ancestor who fought on the Northern side.

Perhaps, one day, I will dive into it. But not, alas, as I pass through Leominster.

14,500 steps today. Cheers,