On this adventure, Cecil and I are still in Marion County, Georgia, this time visiting the Shady Grove Baptist Graveyard. Among the many graves, I am particularly captivated by the headstone of Private Ira Benford, who died in 1917 of pneumonia after just under three months of service in the US Army. According to his headstone, he died at Camp Wheeler in Macon, Georgia.
Camp Wheeler was an army training camp named for Confederate Lt. Gen. Joseph Wheeler. It was established in 1917 and closed in 1919, then reopened during 1940-46 for World War II training purposes. The camp played a significant role in training soldiers during both world wars.
Join us as we explore the Shady Grove Baptist Graveyard, read the headstones, and reflect on the stories they tell. This video offers a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by those who served and the importance of preserving these historical sites.
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