The DeNeale’s Family Story is the Story of Our Nation

The DeNeale’s Family Story is the Story of Our Nation In recognition of Veteran’s Day

By Aimée O’Grady

Ed DeNeale donned the authentic Civil War Confederate uniform. The heavy boiled gray wool with yellow piping was tight and hot under the oppressive summer sun. Brass buttons fastened down the front. Black polished boots with spurs completed the cavalryman’s uniform.

On his belt was his saber, a canteen, bowie knife and other equipment. As a cavalryman, he had two pistols and a rifle holster on his saddle. The battlefield was strewn with canvas tent encampments and dotted with campfires. The sounds of fife and drum and the booms of gunfire were heard in the distance. Militants milled about, resting from recent battles.

In his uniform, Ed shared stories of sitting on his horse on the Gettysburg battlefield as an actor prepared to reenact the Civil War battle that happened in July of 1863. This is a part he has also played on the Antietam Battlefield. With deep roots in United States soil, Ed is proud to share the story of his heritage.

Ed DeNeale’s ancestors stepped off the boat, The Nassau, on Feb. 4, 1701, and onto the shores of the new colony, Virginia. Relying on sails and wind, the journey across the Atlantic Ocean could take as little as six weeks and as long as several months. The DeNeale’s made their way to Richmond and ultimately to Fauquier County in the pursuit of land and freedom from Huguenot persecution in Scotland.

From that day nearly 320 years ago, the DeNeales have protected the freedoms written by our forefathers of this great nation.

Ed knows firsthand about protecting freedom. He spent a total of nine years as a tanker in Germany and served in Vietnam for three years. While in Vietnam, he made the commitment to serve with his company, to fight beside those men, and to return home with those men. And return home they did, “We were all injured, but we each made it home,” he shares.

It was November 5, 1969, when Ed, only 21-years-old, took the lives of three Viet Cong in South Vietnam. For more than 50 years, he remembers these men each November. Their images haunt his dreams and fill his mind. “I don’t know if I believe in ghosts,” Ed says, “But every November 5th, I see those boys.”

Ed would not hesitate to answer the call if asked to pick up arms again in defense of this nation. “I would defend any man or woman who needed defending,” says DeNeale. Afterall, it is what the DeNeale’s do. They answer the call.

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Ed’s great great great-grandfather, George Edward DeNeale, fought beside George Washington in the Revolutionary War as an aid; DeNeale’s fought in the Whiskey Rebellion in the 1790s, and charged alongside General Mosby in our local Civil War history. President John Tyler (1841-1845) occupies a leaf on the DeNeale family tree as a distant cousin. His grandson, John Tyler Waller, fought at the Battle of Ball’s Bluff before joining Col. Mosby’s 43rd Virginia Cavalry. He died in battle on March 14, 1865, at the age of 19. He is buried in the Warrenton cemetery. There has not been a single United States conflict, since the DeNeales stepped off The Nassau that a member of the family has not served in. Today, Ed’s nieces and nephews continue to serve in the U.S. Army.

When asked what he likes most about the United States, Ed answers simply, “The people.” At a time when the very people that make up the United States are in question; when it seems to be an issue of mine or yours, Ed respects, values and understands that this great nation, that he refers to as his country, is comprised of all the people. “I am not a racist man,” says DeNeale. “I welcome anyone to come sit beside me.”

Half a century ago, Ed made an oath to support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that he will bear true faith and allegiance to do the same; and that he will obey the orders of the President of the United States and the orders of the officers appointed over him, according to regulations and the Uniform Code of Military Justice.

He honors that oath still.

Ed is one of the veteran members of Hero’s Bridge, an organization dedicated to serving elderly veterans, age 65 and older. Hero’s Bridge serves, stands by and honors aging veterans through six distinct programs. These services are available to our heroes wherever they call home, at no expense to them or their families. The Hero’s Bridge programs: Battle Buddy Honor Guard Rescue Scouts Paw Patrol Corps of Engineers Rapid Relief Corps Visit the Hero’s Bridge website to learn about each program and sign up for the monthly newsletter: www.herosbridge.org.

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OCTOBER 10

Fall Wreath Making

Welcome Fall this year by making a wreath filled with rich burgundy, yellow, and fall elements such as acorns, pine cones, and pumpkins. Come learn step-by-step how to make a wreath to show off to all of your family and friends. All supplies will be provided. Time: 4:00-6:00 p.m. Age: 18 and up Cost: $59 Location: Warrenton Community Center, 430 E. Shirley Ave, Warreton https://apm.activecommunities.com/fauquierparksandrec/Activity_Search

OCTOBER 12

Children’s Festival

Come celebrate childhood! Enjoy a day designed especially for children! Face & pumpkin painting, sand art, pony rides, moon bounces, petting zoo, fire-engines, local entertainment, environmental booths and more will all be available to fascinate the children. Registration not required. The fee is $10 per vehicle. Time: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Cost: $10/vehicle Location: Crockett Park, 10066 Rogues Road, Midland www.facebook.com/ events/2297308637187292/

OCTOBER 12 – NOVEMBER 2

Berkley Gallery Exhibit: Light and Shadow

Recent works by Becky Parrish; Opening Reception on Oct 12 Reception time: 4:00 – 7:30 p.m. Cost: Free Location: 40 Main St, Warrenton www.berkleygallery.com OCTOBER 13

Sunday with the Library: Fauquier Ghost Stories

Listen to spooky tales and see if you can guess which ones are true Fauquier legends. Time: 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. Cost: Free Location: John Barton Payne Community Room, 2 Courthouse Square, Warrenton www.fauquiercounty.gov/ living/county-calendar/

OCTOBER 14

STEAM: It’s All About Science

In this class, students will discover how science is involved in everyday life. They get the opportunity to experiment on different projects and explore the answers to questions like: can magnets affect the growth process of radishes? Can you make a battery with a lemon? Learn the understanding of scientific method with every experiment. Students will be grouped by age. Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Cost: $93/person Location: Vint Hill Community Center, 4235 Aiken Drive, Warrenton https://apm.activecommunities.com/fauquierparksandrec

OCTOBER 18

Families4Fauquier: Trunk or Treat at the WARF

Popular event back for the holiday! Dress your children in costumes and enjoy trick-ortreating at the WARF! Time: 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. Cost: Free Location: 800 Waterloo Rd, Warrenton www.facebook.com/ events/1014707055528062 OCTOBER 18, 19, 25 & 26

Warrenton Ghost Tours

Come out and enjoy an hour of ghostly tales as the Fauquier Historical Society’s costumed guides lead you through Old Town Warrenton. Time: 6:00 p.m. Cost: $15/person Location: Old Jail Museum, 10 Ashby Street, Warrenton http://www.fauquierhistory. org/

OCTOBER 19

Howl-O-Ween Paw-ty

Bring the kids and your fourlegged friends to this fun filled day of Halloween delight. There will be costume contests for the kids and dogs, so make sure they are dressed in their Halloween best! Stay for the magic show, blow up obstacle course, moon bounce, caricature artist, face painter, arts and crafts, and dog adoptions. Bring a picnic lunch and make a day of this event! Time: 12:00 -5:00 p.m. Cost: Free Location: Northern Fauquier Park, 4155 Monroe Parkway, Marshall www.fauquiercounty.gov/ living/county-calendar/

OCTOBER 20

Cold War Museum: How Did Vietnam Look to the Secret Team of Soldiers Sent to Gather Intelligence in 1961?

In early May 1961, soldiers of the United States Army Security Agency arrived in Vietnam under an Executive Order signed by President John F. Kennedy. Every man carried copies of his orders and records in an identical brown Manila envelope, and each man’s medical records were stamped “If injured or killed in combat, report as training accident in the Philippines.” In such clandestine fashion, the first fully operational U.S. military unit arrived in Southeast Asia. This singular event marked the beginning of a transition from strategic Cold War to tactical intelligence. Some lessons learned during the Korean War would be used, but most were forgotten or ignored. Gary Blackburn and Lonnie Long, co-authors of the book UNLIKELY WARRIORS: The Army Security Agency’s Secret War in Vietnam 19611973, will discuss the history of signals intelligence, the Army Security Agency, and Air Force Security Service during the transition from Cold War to tactical military operations, and their personal experiences in Taiwan (Cold War) and Vietnam. They will discuss the problems that were encountered, along with the successes and failures of the various units. Time: 2:00 p.m. Cost: $35/person Location: Old Bust Head Brewery, 7134 Farm Station Road, Warrenton www.coldwar.org

OCTOBER 26

Halloween Hunt

Bring your flashlight and your trick or treat bag to hunt for Halloween treats amongst the spooky darkness. Arrive early and participate in games while you wait. Time: Starts promptly at 6:45 p.m. Cost: Free Location: Theatre on the Green, 2552 Aiken Drive, Warrenton www.fauquiercounty.gov/ living/county-calendar/

OCTOBER 26

Theatre on the Green Movie: Goosebumps 2 Haunted Halloween

Two boys unleash Halloween monster mayhem when they open a mysterious locked book they found in an old abandoned house - including witches, werewolves, and giant gummy bears. Rated PG. Time: 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. Cost: Free Location: Theatre on the Green, 2552 Aiken Drive, Warrenton https://apm.activecommunities.com/fauquierparksandrec

OCTOBER 27

Halloween Happyfest Parade

Dress yourself and your little ones in their costumes and come walk Main Street in Warrenton. Participating merchants will be distributing candy at the conclusion of the parade. Time: Assemble at 5th and Main at 1:45; Parade starts at 2:00 p.m. Cost: Free Location: Main Street, Warrenton

OCTOBER 30-NOVEMBER 20

Unicycling

Learn the basics of riding a unicycle and progress at your own speed. Beginners will work on riding independently and learn basic maneuvers, while advanced riders will learn to free mount, rock, ride in formations, and attempt riding over ramps. Don’t own a unicycle? Rental available for $10 per session payable to the instructor at first class. Students may take unicycles home for the session. Note: Must be able to ride a bicycle without training wheels. Time: Wed., 6:30 – 7:00 p.m. Cost: $62/person Age: Between the ages of 8 and 22 Location: Vint Hill Community Center, 4235 Aiken Drive, Warrenton https://apm.activecommunities.com/fauquierparksandrec

NOVEMBER 3

1st Annual Scout Day

Join us at the Old Jail for a funfilled afternoon! Scavenger hunt for unique things throughout the museum and historic downtown Warrenton. Ticket purchase includes access to the museum, a scavenger hunt/passport, and an “Old Jail fun patch.” Reservations are not necessary. Time: 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. Cost: $7/child, $2 adults Location: Old Jail Museum, 10 Ashby Street, Warrenton www.fauquierhistory.org/ NOVEMBER 3

Cold War Museum: PostWar Czechoslovakia, Fleeing the Communist Coup, and Life as a Cold War Exile

After the Nazi takeover, thousands of Czechs and Slovaks seeking the return of freedom and democracy to their homeland fled to the West. Their first steps in the Free World brought them into the so-called displaced persons camps in the Western occupation zones of Germany and Austria or in Italy. The first periodicals were published, and the first seeds of political activity were born and later developed by numerous exile groups and entities. Almost seven dozen newspapers, magazines, and newsletters, and nearly one hundred ninety Czech institutions, including political organizations, parties, academic clubs or think-tanks, operated in the Free World after 1948. Hear about this period in history from Dr. Martin Nekola, Ph.D. Time: 2:00 p.m. Cost: $35/person Location: Old Bust Head Brewery, 7134 Farm Station Road, Warrenton www.coldwar.org NOVEMBER 11

Veteran’s Day: Free Admission to the Old Jail for all military personnel

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