Theodore Calvin Farmer 1924-1994 World War II Veteran
This page is dedicated to my father, Theodore Calvin Farmer, the first man in my life who taught me the true meaning of life, love and family. He has gone to a better place now and his place here on earth can never be filled, but he will remain forever in my memory, and more importantly, in my heart. I will carry on what you taught me. I will be the storyteller. You will live through me and I will teach your grandchildren what you have taught me. We will never forget you or our family and heritage. I love you Dad, thank you for always being there for me and teaching me what really matters most. |
My family first migrated to Arkansas in the 1830's from Tennessee, originating in Virginia. They settled in Havana, Arkansas near Cedar Creek in Yell County. Times were hard back then, but perhaps none were harder than when Arkansas joined South Carolina in seceding from the Union. I am sure this effected every family living in Arkansas and mine was no exception. Brother went against brother, cousin against cousin, and in the end, my family was just as divided as the North and South. |
Fought for South
Crittenden Farmer: Captured at age 14 by the Federalists and seperated from his twin brother Littleton.
Sarah Ann Smith: Just a young girl during this time of turmoil. She shared many stories with her grandchildren later in her life of what she and her family endured.
John Addison Carroll: Killed in Civil War on July 18, 1864. Buried in Little Rock National Cemtetery; Section 2; Grave # 1799. Left widow Mary Ann McBride and five young children.
 
Fought for North
William J. Heffington: Joined up with the South and then later deserted and joined the North. Labeled a turncoat by the South and a high price put on his head. Later known as Wild Bill after joining the Union. Recruited many cousins to join up with Northern side. Killed by a cousin fighting for the South on August 15, 1863 Whether this cousin killed him because of loyalty to the South or for the high ransom he would collect is not known, perhaps it was a combination of both. Body was never found Left widow Elizabeth Tennessee Britt and five young children; one unborn.
Yes, my family was a divided one during the time of the Civil War. Yet they persevered, overcame, and endured. They lived their lives with honor and integrity and went on; loving, having children, raising their families, and passing on their legacy and heritage. My southern roots run deep and I am very proud of my roots and heritage. I am equally proud of each and every one of my ancestors. They fought for their beliefs, their family and heritage. So we, their descendants, continue the stories and traditions of those ancestors who went before us; they are not lost but still live through us.
This Award is dedicated to my Father, above, who's pride in the South was as big as life; he instilled that heritage and pride in me. I am proud to be of Southern Heritage and equally proud of my Southern Ancestors and Family. Thank you for this Award Dixie Line, it means so much!
 
"It is the soldier, not the reporter,
Who has given us freedom of the press.
It is the soldier, not the poet,
Who has given us freedom of speech.
It is the soldier, not the campus organizer,
Who has given us the freedom to demonstrate.
It is the soldier,
Who salutes the flag,
Who serves beneath the flag,
And whose coffin is draped by the flag,
Who allows the protestor to burn the flag."
Father Denis Edward O'Brien, USMC
Honor your Veterans and Ancestors Submit your ancestors to: Veterans Ancestry RegistryBy American Local History Network
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