Preparing the cannon at the 2022 Civil War veteran memorial program are Gary Bates, Buck Bostick, Danny Masters, and Wayne Carlile. The 6-pound cannon fired during the veteran recognition at Pioneer Rest Cemetery was originally used in the 1960 movie “The Alamo.” The canon will be included again at this year's remembrance on Saturday. Courtesy file photo.
By Terry Kelley This Saturday, April 12, at 10 a.m., Menard’s Sons of Confederate Veterans Camp will honor our Civil War ancestors who reside in historic Pioneer Rest Cemetery. We will recognize the service of all, be they Confederate or Union, who served in the War Between the States, America’s most destructive and bitter conflict.
As in previous years, the memorial service will include a cannon s…
