The 89th Reunion of the Society of the Hawley Family

The 89th Reunion of the Society of the Hawley Family, our first in-person reunion since 2019 due to the pandemic, was a fun learning experience for all in Gettysburg, PA. Hawley Society members arrived from 15 of these United States to learn about the war that, for a time, tore our country apart.

For three days in October we did everything from dining at General Pickett’s to almost a submersion into the Civil War. Our tour guide for a day reignited whatever we learned in our early years about the war that often pit brother against brother.

The weather cooperated as we covered the hallowed Gettysburg Battlefield and ended up with a tour of the Jennie Wade House. Jennie Wade was the only woman to die in the Battle of Gettysburg.

As we wrapped up the 89th Reunion at the Annual Meeting, there were presentations by 12 members who spoke with reverence, pride, and emotion about their ancestors who served in the Civil War.

Next year, for our 100th Anniversary of the Hawley Society, and the 90th Reunion, we are off to Newtown, Connecticut in late September. (For various reasons for 10 years there were no reunions). Maybe wartime, also the pandemic, and other reasons. We hope to see you in 2023 for our Centennial year.

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