Katherine was named an Honorary Member of the 3rd USCT Reenactors (www.3rduscoloredinfantry.150m.com),
from whom she received the following certificate:
3rde Regiment Infantry
United States Colored Troops
Civil War Re-enactors
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
RATHER DIE FREEMEN THAN LIVE TO BE SLAVES
Certificate of Appreciation presented to Katherine C. Hawkins by the members of the 3rd United States Colored Infantry Regiment,Civil War Reenactors, with sincere appreciation for her dedication to keeping alive the proud heritage of the 3rd United States Colored Infantry. By researching and preserving the true history of the 3rd U.S.C.T., her efforts have contributed greatly to the understanding of the regiment's history and the scope of their service. This wealth of information has enabled us to more accurately portray the 3rd U.S.C.T.
Presented this 8th day of December, 2002.
Joseph H. Lee, President
Byron W. Childress, Regimental Secretary |