Cando, ND, Mourns Loss of Last Civil War Veteran, Lewis V. Hackett

URGENT UPDATE: Cando, North Dakota, has lost its last Civil War veteran, Lewis V. Hackett, who passed away on March 12, 1926, at the age of 81. His death marks a significant moment in history as the community bids farewell to a living link to the tumultuous era of the American Civil War.

Funeral services were held at the local Methodist church, officiated by Rev. A. E. Hooke. Community members gathered to honor Hackett’s remarkable life and service, reflecting on the courage of those who fought for their country. Hackett’s passing comes after a prolonged illness, and his absence leaves a profound impact on Cando.

Born in Driden Springs, New York, in 1845, Hackett enlisted in Company M, First Regiment of Ohio Heavy Artillery in 1863. He served valiantly until his honorable discharge in 1865. Hackett moved to the Dakota Territory in 1884, where he homesteaded near Aneta, North Dakota, before eventually settling in Cando.

Hackett was married to Nora States and was the proud father of five children, though only two survive him: L. B. Hackett of Sarles and Mrs. Hazel Johnstone of Hansboro. The loss of Hackett resonates deeply, as he was the last of his kind, a symbol of resilience and history in a rapidly changing world.

As the community comes together to remember Hackett’s legacy, his passing serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by countless Americans during the Civil War. His story is not just one of military service but also of family, hard work, and dedication to the land he called home.

The legacy of Lewis V. Hackett will live on in the hearts of those who knew him and in the pages of history that document the bravery of the Civil War veterans. Cando now reflects on the importance of preserving these stories for future generations.

Stay tuned for more updates as Cando honors the memory of its last Civil War veteran.