Wednesday, June 19, 2019

Determined Doctor

The life of  Alexander Augusta is inspiring and valuable to remember.  He was an African American in the late 1800's.  Augusta was a doctor, teacher, leader and hero.  He was a Virginia native who served as a surgeon of the 7th U.S. Colored Regiment.  His pursuit of education and social justice was sparked by his own personal convictions.  His burial at in Arlington Cemetery is a testament to his courage and bravery.


                                                     

Wednesday, June 5, 2019

Civil War Humanitarian

Robert Kirkland was the Angel of Marye Heights.  He was a Confederate soldier from South Carolina.  Hours after a dramatic Union loss he asked his superiors to help suffering Union soldiers.  Kirkland brought canteens and solace to soldiers in pain.  He risked his life to console soldiers before their death.  He deserves to be remembered as a brave hero because of his humanitarian  actions at Marye Heights.  
Kirkland exemplifies the concept: When you have a choice to be right and kind.  Choose kind.