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At the Lockhart family plot then a social gathering to follow at JJ’s Restaurant · 1215 S Duchesne Drive (636) 946-3500Please join the U.S. Grant Camp #68 Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War, Camp Nelson NPS, the 12th US Colored Heavy Artillery, and the Lockhart family as we honor Private George W. Lockhart, the last Union Civil War veteran of St. Charles County, Missouri.
The ceremony will commemorate this long time resident and prominent St. Charles veteran for his long life and service, along with his place in history as one of the thousands of formerly enslaved who enlisted at Camp Nelson, Kentucky in August 1864 during a pivotal moment in the Civil War. We will welcome historian and special guest NPS Ranger Steve T. Phan, Camp Nelson National Monument’s Chief of Interpretation, Education and Visitor Services, to speak about the history and service of the 12th U.S. Colored Heavy Artillery and key role of Camp Nelson in the effort.
Family members, community historians, heritage groups, and the public are invited to attend this special dedication. There will be an honor guard with rifle salute along with participants and attendees in Civil War uniform and 19th century period dress. We encourage everyone to join us afterwards at JJ’s Restaurant nearby for a no-host lunch and fellowship.
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George and Alice Lockhart family plot at Oak Grove Cemetery St. Charles MO, Saint Charles, United States
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