Flag Made in Libby Prison

Flag Made in Libby Prison

“One of the most valued civil war relics in greater Boston is the old Libby prison flag which is now in possession of Thomas G. Stevenson post, G.A.R., Vine Street, Roxburry. It was made in secret by federal soldiers. The story of its making which was fraught with danger and many obstacles, in a lesson in patriotism. As the Fourth of July grew near the prisoners wished to find some way to celebrate the day without attracting the attention of the confederate guards. The plan of making the design occurred to Timothy J Ragen Ninth Massachusetts company E. He confided his plan to his comrades, who entered eagerly into the scheme and united their efforts cautiously for its accomplishment.”

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Washington Bee

1908-7-11