"The question here, was honor or dishonor intended toward the 54th? Were they thought to be criminals or soldiers by the southern officers who ordered the burial parties?"
Phil, My Friend,
It has been pointed out that we can't answer that question. I am wondering what do you think and why do you think it. You seem to be hanging on to that question. Is it that you don't know or perhaps you have an opinion to share with us.
Frank