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Memorial Day reminiscence from a Grand Army post
An elderly group recalls Civil War days on Memorial Eve. A bold bluff to flush a suspected spy ends with a young Confederate in disguise revealing himself, a dramatic near-execution, and a pay prize to the hero. The tale closes with the speaker noting Southern Memorial Day wreaths for fallen comrades.
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