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Originally Posted by VApeople
When we lived in Virginia, we would often visit the Civil War battlefields, with Gettysburg being our favorite. The Florida monument is one of the smallest state monuments but it is my favorite because of this meaningful inscription:
"Like all Floridians who participated in the Civil War, they fought with courage and devotion for the ideals in which they believed. By their noble example of bravery and endurance, they enable us to meet with confidence any sacrifice which confronts us as Americans."
Even though my ancestor Lewis Dear fought for the North, I definitely respect people honoring their ancestors who fought for the South.
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Well said. Honor the courage and commitment of those who fought for what they believed in, on both sides. Don't judge by todays standards or you will always be disappointed.