The Spring-Summer 2009 Galenian had a picture of the Galena Generals posed by a cannon with a backdrop of Galena, looking all general-y.
This is a group of men who portray the the nine generals Galena sent to the Civil War. I imagine having one of them being U.S. Grant had to help.
They started back on the Civil War Centennial in 1961 to participate in parades and re-enactments. Members changed over the years, but the group continued until 2002, but came back in 2006.
The nine generals:
U.S. Grant
Augustus Chetlain
John E. Smith
John O. Duer
William Rowley
Ely Parker
John C. Smith
John Rawlins
Jasper Maltby
Search Galena Generals to find out more about each one.
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the Galena Generals is to provide historic representation of the nine Civil War generals that were from Galena and the Galena area. In doing so, we will portray each general to maintain a correct and accurate portrayal to the best of our ability. We will provide historic information to the public as we attend public functions such as parades, public gatherings and also walking the streets in our community and other communities in our general area. We will maintain proper attire and also conduct ourselves in a superior manner.
Sure Would Be Something to See Them All Together. --Old B-Runner
The Battle of Fort Fisher, N.C.
