On Christmas day 1861 CO H of Charlestown left Camp Cameron for Charlestown. They attended services at the First Baptist Church, where Rev. Mr. Gardner preached. From there they went to City Hall for a Christmas meal, attended by about 250 people. After dinner Capt. Sibley was presented a sword, sash, belt etc... and a check for $100.00 for a military uniform. Several other officers also received presents. Rev. Mr. Ellis also donated $100.00 to be paid after the war to the private who showed the most bravery.
The festivities went on late into the night.
DAN SULLIVAN
Boston Traveler, Dec. 26, 1861, page 2
The festivities went on late into the night.
DAN SULLIVAN
Boston Traveler, Dec. 26, 1861, page 2
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