General Joseph Hooker
I would like to take a moment to thank all of the "Hooker" family members that have taken time from there schedules to search for information for me. I have been very lucky to have had the help that several others in my position would have done anything to get.
The General will make his first public appearence in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania on April 20th of this year. His uniform is pressed and his brass has been polished. Everything available to me about him has been studied and verified with your family members and/or public records.
I have sat in silence for hours on end reading about him and his life and as of today I was able to purchase a copy of the book that was given at the dedecation of his statue in Boston. My wife, who has supported my efforts hopes to walk with the general as Olivia this July when they will return to Gettysburg. I have no photo's of her or even a discription of her but I am sure that she would approve.
I wish to thank Darrell, Ralph, Anne and Vonnie for their efforts on my behalf and can only hope that information that anything that comes to light will still be made available.
Your most humble and obedient servant,
Bob Rodkey
aka. Brig.General Joseph Hooker