History degree from Washington State University. Thirty year career Naval Officer. Civil War buff from 1960 as a 7th grader. Was a Civil War re-enactor for 20 years. Commanded the only Yankee infantry company (Co A. 79th New York) in Tidewater Virginia, where I live. Did Confederate when required.
Awesome!
I am in NC, so you are north from me...lol I was USNR for many years and enjoyed it all, now retired. Former CJ Instructor at CC. Your knowledge is extremely obvious. Thanks for reply!