I enjoyed Norm’s presentation, both times around, and when he gave it as a practice run with the Richmond (MI) Historical Society mostly because he is a teacher, and there was much to be learned from what he had to say. Related to that Norm, as a member of the 1st South Carolina, also was honored to be awarded the Lee Wallace award by the History and Education Committee for his efforts in education on Civil War topics.

He only lost in his first attempt by being beaten out by Jim Worrel, who made most of his own items and did a fabulous presentation in the first person related to his relative who had fought in the same regiment during the war. I was impressed by Jim’s presentation, and got chills when he described the regiment’s role in the battle of Fredericksburg. You can read some about Jim’s efforts at http://www.wwandcompany.com/index.php/garment-kits

Would have been great to read about this in the Skirmish Line. I recently came accross the issue of the Skirmish Line that had Jim Loba, also from the 1st South Carolina, on the cover, and was impressed by the similarities in the impressions put together by Norm and Jim, who competed almost 20 years apart.

Again, great job Norm! And great job with the news Mike!