Belle Meade Civil War Experience
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The classes at Belle Meade (the plantation down the road from us), are always so well done.
This time was especially fantastic. Gorgeous weather, wonderful re-enactors, fun activities.
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Then we learned about communication in wartime before cell phones and satellites.
Flags and telegraphs
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At this point, Buster and Monkey sat under a shady tree to tell each other stories while Yessa and I learned about the infantry.
The dedication of this Belle Meade gentleman; He did a fantastic job, and the kids loved it.
After the program was over, we headed down for Monkey to get her allergy shot, and I caught one last photo.
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Lovin’ this life.