snowyday Posted November 6, 2012 Share Posted November 6, 2012 An inquisitive Yankee, visiting Kentucky in 1922, was introduced to Col. Colby. “Did you serve in the Confederate Army?†he inquired. “Oh, no, suh,†answered the colonel. “Well, you must have been in the Union Army.†“Certainly not, suh!†“State militia?†“No, suh, I have never served in any military organization.†The Northerner persisted, “Well, then you must be one of those honorary colonels the governor appoints.†he said. “Still not right, suh,†firmly replied the old gentleman. “Many men have official, judicial and military titles who are not entitled to them, but I came by mine legitimately. I married the widow of Col. Throckmorton, suh!†* * * Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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