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2006 USCT CIVIL WAR SYMPOSIUM
Civil War buffs from the Washington Metropolitan Area and
several states, including Kentucky, Florida, Texas and Michigan, attended
MRSPT’s Civil War symposium at the Charles Sumner School Museum and
Archives, honoring the United States Colored Troops (USCT). Noted
historians, lecturers, authors and re-enactors shared their expert
presentations and special recognition was given to the First Regiment of
Washington, D.C. Other special features included participation by members
of the Massachusetts 54th Regiment, a Civil War luncheon and a
wreath-laying ceremony at the USCT Memorial.
2007 Prayer Breakfast
The Board of Director’s hosted MRSPT’s Annual
Prayer Breakfast on Saturday, January 27th at the St. Luke
Baptist Church in northwest Washington, D.C. Rev. Joseph Carter, Jr., an
alumnus of the Military Road School, shared a message which included
personal reflections and spiritual insights. Inspirational music was
provided by Mrs. Mona Jones McCammon and Mrs. Judy Williams. Also featured
were several members of the Female Re-Enactors of Distinction (FREED), a
ladies Civil War re-enactment auxiliary Group of the African American Civil
War Museum in Washington, D.C.
Pearls of Great Price For the second year,
MRSPT is offering “Pearls of Great Price,” a mentoring program for young
girls designed to teach, as well as reinforce positive behavioral and social
skills. In addition to studying how to incorporate those skills into
everyday life, monthly “field trips” offer opportunities to enhance their
personal development. Eight students completed the course in 2006 and shared
individual accomplishments and experiences with parents, family members and
guests at the closing ceremonies on July 22, 2006. |
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