Harpers Ferry Author Unearths Civil War Letters for New Book
'Remember me:' Author compiles relative's Civil War letters for book
The Journal | Friday, January 10, 2025
By Eric Jones
In a revealing exploration of his family’s legacy, Benjamin Buckley uncovers Civil War letters from his great-great uncle H.C. Kendrick, who was killed at Gettysburg. This discovery, documented in his book 'Remember Me,' sheds light on their harrowing experiences during the conflict. While Harpers Ferry serves as a poignant backdrop in Buckley’s narrative, connecting his family's history to local sentiments of loss and remembrance, he aims to honor Kendrick's forgotten memory and those who bravely served. The letters offer an intimate look at the war's toll, particularly through the eyes of soldiers affiliated with the Confederacy.