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Brandy Station head will remain involved
Brandy Station director stepping down after 10 years, but plans to work in lesser roles to protect Civil War battlefieldDate published: 3/29/2009 BY DONNIE JOHNSTON After 10 years at the helm, Bob Luddy has stepped down as president of the Brandy Station Foundation. During remarks at the foundation's recent 20th anniversary dinner and annual business meeting, Luddy assured members that he "will not go away" but will continue to work in lesser roles to help preserve the Brandy Station Battlefield in Culpeper County. In reflecting upon those who fought in the June 9, 1863, cavalry engagement, Luddy concluded, "There were no good guys; there were no bad guys. There was just a whole bunch of guys trying to make the best of a bad situation." And he added, "Those [who fought] back then were not that different from us. They loved their country and they loved their families." The outgoing president reflected upon some of the foundation's accomplishments during his tenure, especially the purchase of the Civil War-era Graffiti House, which now serves as a battlefield information center. "That house is an educational tool and since 2002 has attracted some 10,000 visitors," Luddy said. It was later announced at the meeting that although the initial estimate for shoring up the old house was $75,000, bids in the current down economy came in at $44,000. Work to stabilize both the first and second floors is now under way. Luddy, who has served as president for half the foundation's life, turned the gavel over to Bob Jones, who was elected by acclamation at the meeting. Ed Gentry, Mary Tholand and Anthony Seidita also were elected to the slate of new officers. Dan Beattie, author of "Brandy Station 1863: First Step Toward Gettysburg," was the featured speaker. Beattie spoke about Union Gen. David Gregg and what some believe was a premature withdrawal of his troops during the Battle of Brandy Station. Luddy told the large crowd at the Brandy Station Fire Hall that a "unique event" is planned for later this year in association with the foundation's 20th anniversary. Donnie Johnston:
Read more stories about Culpeper Date published: 3/29/2009
I am sorr to hear Mr. Luddy has stepped down.
(posted by
tc_culpeper
, Mar. 29, 2009 4:40 pm)
I recall visiting the Graffiti House years ago when we moved here from Fairfax County. Mr. Luddy was such a pleasan and very informative individual. Mr. Luddy, thank you, and you will be missed.
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