Thoughts of Loy

Wednesday, March 11, 2009

A field of the loyal fallen

Stones River National Battlefield

Posted by Loy Mershimer at 6:49 PM

Labels: Civil War, courage, photos, valor

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Loy Mershimer: This blog is a collection of sundry thoughts and sometimes coherent ramblings, shared for the benefit of others. If something here blesses you, then please let me know. I can be reached via email -- simply my first and last name @ gmail.com. May this journal help carry you on the journey of life!

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