The Civil War Round Table Congress

Bobbi Wilkins of the Central Delaware CWRT and Oremia Caimi (Remy) of the CWRT of Wilmington are both Presidents of the only Civil War Round Tables in Delaware.  the CWRT CONGRESS asked these ladies to share their unique experiences as leaders of their organizations. 

Here is an excerpt:  

CWRT CONGRESS:  In a few words, describe your CWRT.  

Remy: The Civil War Round Table of Wilmington is the fifth oldest Round Table in the   United States, founded in   November 1956.  There were 34 original members in 1956, one of whom was W. Emerson Wilson, editor of Wilmington’s The News Journal.  He also was instrumental in establishing the Fort Delaware Society to preserve and promote Fort  Bobbi Wilkins (left) and Oremia Caimi (right) attendance has consistently  averaged between 20 and 25 persons. Interestingly, a few of us have found that we are related to each other, either by blood or marriage.  Delaware.  Wilson often recruited FDS members to join the Round Table, a practice that continues today. Some Wilmington CWRT members also belong to the     Central Delaware CWRT, and a few are members of all three organizations. Our membership peaked at over 100 members, but we currently number around 30.  We intend to launch a hybrid option this year for the convenience of our members and to increase our exposure by offering programs beyond the   Wilmington area. The hybrid     programming will also strengthen our relationship with the Central Delaware CWRT, our sister RT. 

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