The passing of Alfred Woolson and Walter Williams were the closing of a chapter of United States history. Starting in the 1920s and through the 1940s, the old veterans were passing away in increasing numbers, much like our World War II veterans are now doing.
The glorious reunions were coming to an end.
The GAR closed its last chapter, The famed Rebel Yell fell silent. Campfires went dark.
By the start of the 1950s, there were just 65 remaining Confederate and Union veterans. By 1955, that number was down to just six.
--Old Secesh
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