Update to this story: Genealogical records on Ancestry.com reveal the child is Shell Anna Marvillia Holt (1864-1947) of Jonesboro, Ga. Though her birth date is listed as August 30, 1864, a month after the recollection of the member of the 15th Corps, a 1944 newspaper article aligns with the general outline of the story.
Thanks Ron. I've been a subscriber of your "Research Trail" for some time. As a student of the civil war, I thoroughly enjoy seeing your photos and learning the back story behind those photos. Further, I appreciate your occasional mention of books in which you researched those back stories. I have a number of these books in my collection but have been able to enhance my civil war library with new finds, for me, that you have enlightened me to through your research. Please keep up the excellent work. My thanks to you and your staff.
Even in wartime, life goes on and hope springs eternal. And you never know how that hope may be answered. That old woman probably thought mother and child wouldn't last long. Instead, Shell Anna received mercy and a long life. Plus the nickname Shellie, no doubt.
Great story, Ron. I enjoy watching many of your videos. Please stay well to enjoy a happy, safe, and prosperous new year.
Update to this story: Genealogical records on Ancestry.com reveal the child is Shell Anna Marvillia Holt (1864-1947) of Jonesboro, Ga. Though her birth date is listed as August 30, 1864, a month after the recollection of the member of the 15th Corps, a 1944 newspaper article aligns with the general outline of the story.
May the New Year bring peace to you and the world Ron. Great story!
Thanks Ron. I've been a subscriber of your "Research Trail" for some time. As a student of the civil war, I thoroughly enjoy seeing your photos and learning the back story behind those photos. Further, I appreciate your occasional mention of books in which you researched those back stories. I have a number of these books in my collection but have been able to enhance my civil war library with new finds, for me, that you have enlightened me to through your research. Please keep up the excellent work. My thanks to you and your staff.
Even in wartime, life goes on and hope springs eternal. And you never know how that hope may be answered. That old woman probably thought mother and child wouldn't last long. Instead, Shell Anna received mercy and a long life. Plus the nickname Shellie, no doubt.
That there was the beatinest thing I have seen in a long while. I reallyu appreciate this video. Thank you
It seems that the hearts of military men don't change. Kindness amidst the chaos of war.
What a nice story. Those damn Yankees had a good side about them after all. Thanks Ron. And a Happy New Year to you, your staff and subscribers.
Astonishing.
Did you check the census records for any one with that name in the area?
Shows in the 1910 Census as Emma Tidwell. 1880 Census has a Shellauna Hott born 1865.
Loved the story but those men chose an awful name for the little girl. Bless their hearts. ☺️
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