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Soldier's Aid Packages
We will distribution packages at events indicated on the "Calendar of Events" page of this site. Bring your wrapped package without a name or address written on it. You may put a "return" address if you would like. Example; Mrs.J.D.Smith, Spartanburg, South Carolina. We will draw names for the recipients. This will let Soldiers that normally do not get packages have a chance at receiving some mail.
Jeannie Rucker sending her packages and letters. Akien, SC Feb. 04
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Some Ideas for packages
Pack period objects, such as wool gloves, white hankerchiefs, knitted caps, or sewing kits. Think about what you would have available to send and what the soldiers would be most in need, like a clean shirt or new socks.
Food items are a big hit. Fruits, nuts, cookies, old fashioned candies, bread, crackers, beef jerkey, chipped beef, are a great start on the ideas. There are many other period foods you could pack. Try to use plain paperbags, or brown (or white) paper to wrap items. Wax or parchment paper is fine for wrapping items such as cheese. It is nice if you package any food individually to write on the paper what is inside.
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Small comfort items are a thoughtful touch. A wooden toothbrush, a comb, and a bar of soap are good ideas. Including a note from home is nice too. Write it general as too my son, brother, or grandson. Include news of the farm or neighbors. Secure your package with twine or string. You can even put a copy of a period stamp on it if you wish. Some events, like Aiken, will stamp a period post mark on your package before it is delivered to the camps.
Chris Rucker with a package from home, Akien SC Feb. "04
The soldiers really love the packages, and even read the letters out loud. You don't have to spend a lot to make a good package. Please don't spend more than ten dollars per package. Use your imagination and forage around for some good stuff. During the war between the states there were a lot of shortages, especially in the south. The blockages made even simple basic items like sugar or sewing needles very valuable. It is as much fun for the ladies to see what's in the packages as for the soldiers.
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