I had a 1st cousin who lived in Alexandria Virginia for a number of years. Steve was a little older than I and after serving in "The Old Guard" in Washington, D.C. and his stint in the Army, he made his home in Alexandria. He was a true Historian and was a relic hunter during the Centennial Years up until the mid to late 70's. Steve was also a re enactor, or Living Historian, portraying both Confederate and Union soldiers in the battle re enactments or encampments. Steve said that one of his greatest thrills was being able to serve on one of "Stone Wall's" guns. General Jackson had four of his artillery pieces ordained and named Matthew, Mark, Luke. and John. One of these guns, I can't remember which was fired only during special occasions. Steve said that it was a real honor to be chosen to serve on this gun. They would rotate members around to give different ones a chance to serve on the artillery piece. My cousin passed away about 8 years ago. He was a great guy.
