July 10, 2003 Dear Sponsors, Patrons,
Advertisers and Civil War Enthusiasts Since
the time of the American Revolution, African Americans have volunteered to
serve their country in time of war, and have always performed “Beyond the Call
of Duty”. The Civil War was no exception. During the American Civil War
(1861-1865) more than 200,000 soldiers of African
Descent served the Union Army - most with honor, and many with distinction. Seventeen
African-American soldiers earned the Congressional Medal of Honor, our nation’s
highest award for bravery and courage in combat. The contributions,
accomplishments and heroics of these and all African-American servicemen have
remained virtually untold and unnoticed – until now, nearly 140 years later. On
October 10-11, 2003, the United States Colored Troops Institute will hold its
Fall 2003 Civil War Conference at the Hilton Hotel, in Columbia, Maryland. This
event, the third in a series of regional conferences hosted by the Institute,
is designed to honor, celebrate and give recognition to our brave Afro-warriors
from the Civil War. Certain to be a
most rewarding experience, the symposium will serve to enlighten and inform
every audience about the USCT and its formidable role in shaping American
history. A
beautifully bound “Beyond the Call of Duty” souvenir booklet will
include the conference agenda, biographical profile of each presenter and
facilitator, and a profile of sponsor organizations. We encourage you to not only attend the conference but to consider
the purchase of advertisement space in the souvenir booklet for your business
products or services; announcements of upcoming events; memorials; etc. A one-line patron entry will also be
available at minimal cost. Additionally, a copy of the booklet will be given to
each conferee as well as sponsors, advertisers and patrons. Registration and advertisement order forms
are enclosed for your convenience. On
behalf of The USCT Institute, I look forward to your attendance at the Fall
2003 conference and your advertisement in our Souvenir Booklet. Thank you in
advance for your patronage in our souvenir booklet. Best Regards, John Gourdin Chairman Fall 2003 USCT Civil War Conference
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