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Originally Posted by Holly6
AC has done a nice job of explaining, what to us, must seem a military oxymoron.
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Originally Posted by Holly6
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Originally Posted by Holly6
But how many of them had the time to ponder their decision?
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Probably not many. It was one of those split second decisions. They see the flag go down and lunge to carry it aloft before it could hit the ground. Ironically one of the men killed as a Color Bearer in the 26th charge volunteered to take the flag from Colonel Burgwyn but was almost immediately killed. Burgwyn grabbed it back but was shot through the lungs as he turned and held the flag aloft to urge the men on.
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Nice job AC. But I was referring to the poor soul that was designated "Color Bearer" prior to any action. That guy had the time to ponder.
