Cannon Dedication at University of Tampa
Thomas with one of the 2 restored cannons
Thomas with Charles Spicolafounder of the Rough Riders of Tampa
Gail and Thomas with Gen. Joe Wheelerportrayed by George Moore
Gail dressed in 1890s attire withone of the recently restored WBTS cannons
Mrs. Woodruff, chairwoman of eventand Mayor Pam with newly dedicated plaque
Mayor and Councilman unveiling dedication plaque
Jubal Early SCV Camp as CSA Color GuardFort Brooke has taken 30 years to come to completion.
Thomas and I have been on the Restoration Committee for 17 years. Talk about
the wheels of progress moving slowly. No matter what, we are glad that it came
to pass in our lifetime.
posted by Gail at 12:06 PM
8 Comments:
Does anyone actually look at the blog anymore?
Well, I do. Whenever Laura tells me there is something interesting on it. You look lovely.
Tom looks very authentic as a UNION naval commander.
And I didn't realize how well fed the Confederate soldiers must have been.
Yes but sometimes I'm busy and don't have time to comment and some days I'm not here to look.
Everyone should know that Gail made her outfit and I think designed it. Photos were great and the two of you looked grand.
Oh yes. I have a question. What took the project so long?
I mean, other than Tom was involved.
Love the dress! Gail - you & the dress look great in pic #3.
I do love the 1890s -- it is my favorite time period!!
To answer Scott's question - it was the age old problem .... MONEY! Took forever to raise the funds to pay for the restoration.
I want to know if the man in the color guard has the 1862 or the improved 1864 version of sun glasses on????
To answer Blaine's question:
Upon examination of the photo, I believe the soldier is wearing the 1864 version of green spectacles.
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