She was the daughter of a fallen Civil War soldier, and her life — and the lives of her siblings — were forever shaped by that sacrifice. Today we’re remembering Emma A. Babcock Lord, a daughter, sister, wife, and mother whose story is deeply rooted in love, grief, and resilience. Her father, Private Matthew G. Babcock, was wounded at the Second Battle of Bull Run and died from his injuries in 1862, leaving behind a widow and young children who had to rebuild life without him. Emma grew up, marr