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Students of History: Why I'm not a Buff, Part II
You might consider yourself a history buff, an avocational historian, or something else; but when you set out to learn something about history, you become a student of history.
civil war buff • avocational historian • civil war student • civil war • american civil war
You might consider yourself a history buff, an avocational historian, or something else; but when you set out to learn something about history, you become a student of history.
civil war buff • avocational historian • civil war student • civil war • american civil war
Beyond Mild or Passing: Why I'm not a Buff, Part I
Have you ever been called a "Civil War buff"? Or maybe a "history buff"? Do you think of yourself that way? I don't. Hold on while I drag my soap box over here, and I'll tell you why...
civil war buff • history buff • american civil war • civil war
Have you ever been called a "Civil War buff"? Or maybe a "history buff"? Do you think of yourself that way? I don't. Hold on while I drag my soap box over here, and I'll tell you why...
civil war buff • history buff • american civil war • civil war
Blind Mad or Foolish: Nathaniel Lyon, Part II
The volcanic temper he had inherited from his father, along with a deep sense of self-righteousness, would quickly land Nathaniel Lyon in trouble as a new army officer. In the years between West Point and the Mexican War, Lyon would also reach an important decision regarding his personal life.
nathaniel lyon • american civil war • civil war • wilson's creek • civil war in missouri
The volcanic temper he had inherited from his father, along with a deep sense of self-righteousness, would quickly land Nathaniel Lyon in trouble as a new army officer. In the years between West Point and the Mexican War, Lyon would also reach an important decision regarding his personal life.
nathaniel lyon • american civil war • civil war • wilson's creek • civil war in missouri
Confederate Blue in the American West: The Galvanized Yankees, Part II
For the former Confederates who had volunteered to serve the Union, harsh conditions as well as the possibility of a slow, painful death had been ever present while in prison. This fact undoubtedly played a role for many of those who did volunteer. As they would soon discover however, an escape from prison did not always mean an escape from equally harsh conditions or even death.
galvanized yankees • civil war • prisoners of war • civil war • american civil war
For the former Confederates who had volunteered to serve the Union, harsh conditions as well as the possibility of a slow, painful death had been ever present while in prison. This fact undoubtedly played a role for many of those who did volunteer. As they would soon discover however, an escape from prison did not always mean an escape from equally harsh conditions or even death.
galvanized yankees • civil war • prisoners of war • civil war • american civil war
In the Shadow of Our Founders: Part Three
Third in a series of guest articles on the constitutionality of secession by Brian Tubbs.
american civil war • civil war • civil war and constitution • jefferson davis • abraham lincoln
Third in a series of guest articles on the constitutionality of secession by Brian Tubbs.
american civil war • civil war • civil war and constitution • jefferson davis • abraham lincoln
In the Shadow of Our Founders: Part Two
Second in a series of guest articles on the constitutionality of secession by Brian Tubbs.
american civil war • civil war • civil war and constitution • jefferson davis • abraham lincoln
Second in a series of guest articles on the constitutionality of secession by Brian Tubbs.
american civil war • civil war • civil war and constitution • jefferson davis • abraham lincoln
Terror on the Mississippi: The Sultana Disaster, Part I
In the early morning hours of April 27th, 1865, the greatest maritime disaster in American history took place on the Mississippi River. Despite a loss of life exceeding even the Titanic disaster, few people today know about it. Guest-author Curtis Payne tells us about this often overlooked tragedy.
sultana • sultana disaster • naval disasters • mississippi river • civil war
In the early morning hours of April 27th, 1865, the greatest maritime disaster in American history took place on the Mississippi River. Despite a loss of life exceeding even the Titanic disaster, few people today know about it. Guest-author Curtis Payne tells us about this often overlooked tragedy.
sultana • sultana disaster • naval disasters • mississippi river • civil war
Terror on the Mississippi: The Sultana Disaster, Part II
Was a faulty boiler the cause of the Sultana explosion in April of 1865? Or was it, as some people still believe, an act of sabotage instead?
sultana disaster • sultana • civil war • maritime disasters • civil war navies
Was a faulty boiler the cause of the Sultana explosion in April of 1865? Or was it, as some people still believe, an act of sabotage instead?
sultana disaster • sultana • civil war • maritime disasters • civil war navies
Terror on the Mississippi: The Sultana Disaster, Part III
Speculation as to the cause of the explosion has long been a subject of debate among students of the Sultana disaster. In the final article in this series, author Curtis Payne gives his own point of view on the question of accident or sabotage.
sultana disaster • sultana • civil war • american civil war • mississippi river
Speculation as to the cause of the explosion has long been a subject of debate among students of the Sultana disaster. In the final article in this series, author Curtis Payne gives his own point of view on the question of accident or sabotage.
sultana disaster • sultana • civil war • american civil war • mississippi river
The Battle of St. Albans...Vermont
The story of a little known and even less talked about "battle" of the Civil War.
civil war • civil war battles • vermont and the civil war • st. albans
The story of a little known and even less talked about "battle" of the Civil War.
civil war • civil war battles • vermont and the civil war • st. albans
The Flames of War: Nathaniel Lyon, Part V
Lyon was transferred from Kansas to Missouri in early 1861, during the height of the secession crisis. In many ways, his new assignment was the equivilent of raising a lightning rod in the middle of a thunderstorm.
nathaniel lyon • wilson's creek • civil war • american civil war • civil war in missouri
Lyon was transferred from Kansas to Missouri in early 1861, during the height of the secession crisis. In many ways, his new assignment was the equivilent of raising a lightning rod in the middle of a thunderstorm.
nathaniel lyon • wilson's creek • civil war • american civil war • civil war in missouri
What The Soldier Ate
This article provides insight on the eating habits and rations of the men in blue and gray. Brace yourself!
civil war diets • civil war rations • food for civil war soldiers
This article provides insight on the eating habits and rations of the men in blue and gray. Brace yourself!
civil war diets • civil war rations • food for civil war soldiers
A Braver Man, A Warmer Heart: Everett Peabody, Part VII
Peabody's important decision had given the Army of the Tennessee a fighting chance. As a result, the army remained intact at the end of the first day, and would eventually win the battle. Yet history has all but forgotten the man who's actions set this series of events in motion.
everett peabody • shiloh • battle of shiloh • pittsburg landing • american civil war
Peabody's important decision had given the Army of the Tennessee a fighting chance. As a result, the army remained intact at the end of the first day, and would eventually win the battle. Yet history has all but forgotten the man who's actions set this series of events in motion.
everett peabody • shiloh • battle of shiloh • pittsburg landing • american civil war
A Pestilence on the Prairie: Nathaniel Lyon, Part IV
Lyon would spend most of the 1850's in Kansas, honing his ability to infuriate other people. Years after his death, the man who may have been Lyon's closest friend wrote a scathing description of the officer with which many people would have agreed.
nathaniel lyon • wilson's creek • bleeding kansas • civil war • american civil war
Lyon would spend most of the 1850's in Kansas, honing his ability to infuriate other people. Years after his death, the man who may have been Lyon's closest friend wrote a scathing description of the officer with which many people would have agreed.
nathaniel lyon • wilson's creek • bleeding kansas • civil war • american civil war
Affair at Camp Jackson: Nathaniel Lyon, Part VII
Lyon's decision to capture the camp of the Missouri State Guard would rank as one of the most controversial of his life. It would also lead to a terrible tragedy.
camp jackson affair • camp jackson massacre • nathaniel lyon • civil war • american civil war
Lyon's decision to capture the camp of the Missouri State Guard would rank as one of the most controversial of his life. It would also lead to a terrible tragedy.
camp jackson affair • camp jackson massacre • nathaniel lyon • civil war • american civil war
All the Plans of the Rebels - The Mystery of Special Orders #191, Part III
In Part III of this series, we see the reason for Lee's decision to divide his army as outlined in Special Order #191, and the unexpected danger in which this placed the Confederates.
lee's lost order • antietam • south mountain • lee • mcclellan
In Part III of this series, we see the reason for Lee's decision to divide his army as outlined in Special Order #191, and the unexpected danger in which this placed the Confederates.
lee's lost order • antietam • south mountain • lee • mcclellan
All the Plans of the Rebels: The Mystery of Special Orders #191, Part I
In September of 1862, an obscure field of clover in western Maryland became the unexpected site of one of the most important events of the Civil War. All without a single shot being fired. Join us as we examine the impact of the most famous misplaced document in American history.
antietam • sharpsburg • south mountain • civil war • lee's lost order
In September of 1862, an obscure field of clover in western Maryland became the unexpected site of one of the most important events of the Civil War. All without a single shot being fired. Join us as we examine the impact of the most famous misplaced document in American history.
antietam • sharpsburg • south mountain • civil war • lee's lost order
American Civil War Recipes: Venison Soup and Bread Pudding
Recipes for Venison Soup and Bread Pudding adapted from the Civil War period.
civil war recipes • venison stew • bread pudding • american history recipes • american recipes
Recipes for Venison Soup and Bread Pudding adapted from the Civil War period.
civil war recipes • venison stew • bread pudding • american history recipes • american recipes
Born Among the Rocks: Nathaniel Lyon, Part I
For a time one of the most controversial figures of the American Civil War, Nathaniel Lyon today is virtually forgotten. But his impact on the war in Missouri would live on long after Lyon himself was no longer on the scene. Join us as we take a look at one Civil War's most eccentric personalities.
nathaniel lyon • wilson's creek • civil war • american civil war • battle of wilson's creek
For a time one of the most controversial figures of the American Civil War, Nathaniel Lyon today is virtually forgotten. But his impact on the war in Missouri would live on long after Lyon himself was no longer on the scene. Join us as we take a look at one Civil War's most eccentric personalities.
nathaniel lyon • wilson's creek • civil war • american civil war • battle of wilson's creek
Causes of the Civil War: The Mexican War and the Wilmot Proviso
american civil war • causes of the civil war • mexican war • wilmot proviso
american civil war • causes of the civil war • mexican war • wilmot proviso
Charging into History: Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain at Gettysburg, Part II
Chamberlain's account of the fighting on Little Round Top was at odds with those of other participants. In Part II of our series we look at the major areas of disagreement.
joshua lawrence chamberlain • little round top • gettysburg • 20th maine • civil war
Chamberlain's account of the fighting on Little Round Top was at odds with those of other participants. In Part II of our series we look at the major areas of disagreement.
joshua lawrence chamberlain • little round top • gettysburg • 20th maine • civil war
Confederate Blue in the American West: The Galvanized Yankees, Part I
Despite widespread interest in the American Civil War, much that happened during those four chaotic years remains outside the main historical spotlight. Such is the case with the little-known story of 6,000 Confederate prisoners, who in 1864 exchanged Rebel Gray for Yankee Blue and vowed to serve the cause they had once vowed to oppose.
galvanized yankees • civil war • american civil war • confederate prisoners • prisoner exchange
Despite widespread interest in the American Civil War, much that happened during those four chaotic years remains outside the main historical spotlight. Such is the case with the little-known story of 6,000 Confederate prisoners, who in 1864 exchanged Rebel Gray for Yankee Blue and vowed to serve the cause they had once vowed to oppose.
galvanized yankees • civil war • american civil war • confederate prisoners • prisoner exchange
Confederate Blue in the American West: The Galvanized Yankees, Part III
Simmering tension on the western frontier would quickly boil over as a result of the infamous Sand Creek Massacre in November of 1864. Among those caught up in the resulting violence were the Galvanized Yankees, fresh from Union prison camps back east. The question was, how would these former Confederate soldiers respond?
galvanized yankees • confederate prisoners • civil war • american civil war
Simmering tension on the western frontier would quickly boil over as a result of the infamous Sand Creek Massacre in November of 1864. Among those caught up in the resulting violence were the Galvanized Yankees, fresh from Union prison camps back east. The question was, how would these former Confederate soldiers respond?
galvanized yankees • confederate prisoners • civil war • american civil war
Confederate Blue in the American West: The Galvanized Yankees, Part IV
The performance of the first three regiments of ex-Confederate prisoners had gone far in changing opinions among skeptical Union commanders on the frontier. This would eventually lead to the recruitment of three more regiments, starting with what may have been the least fortunate of all – the Fourth United States Volunteers.
the galvanized yankees • 4th u.s. volunteers • united states volunteers • civil war • american civil war
The performance of the first three regiments of ex-Confederate prisoners had gone far in changing opinions among skeptical Union commanders on the frontier. This would eventually lead to the recruitment of three more regiments, starting with what may have been the least fortunate of all – the Fourth United States Volunteers.
the galvanized yankees • 4th u.s. volunteers • united states volunteers • civil war • american civil war
Confederate Blue in the American West: The Galvanized Yankees, Part V
The spring of 1865 witnessed the end of the Civil War, and the mustering out of numerous regiments of Union troops. It also marked a beginning for the final two regiments of Galvanized Yankees, including two of the most unusual companies ever to don Yankee Blue.
galvanized yankees • 5th u.s. volunteers • u.s. volunteers • civil war • american civil war
The spring of 1865 witnessed the end of the Civil War, and the mustering out of numerous regiments of Union troops. It also marked a beginning for the final two regiments of Galvanized Yankees, including two of the most unusual companies ever to don Yankee Blue.
galvanized yankees • 5th u.s. volunteers • u.s. volunteers • civil war • american civil war
Confederate Blue in the American West: The Galvanized Yankees, Part VI
Initially viewed with a healthy dose of skeptisicsm by Union soldiers and officers alike, before their service came to an end the U.S. Volunteers had acquired the kind of reputation of which any soldier could be proud - that they could be counted on to do their duty.
galvanized yankees • u.s. volunteers • united states volunteers • civil war • american civil war
Initially viewed with a healthy dose of skeptisicsm by Union soldiers and officers alike, before their service came to an end the U.S. Volunteers had acquired the kind of reputation of which any soldier could be proud - that they could be counted on to do their duty.
galvanized yankees • u.s. volunteers • united states volunteers • civil war • american civil war
Death on a Bloody Hill: Nathaniel Lyon, Part IX
Following his surprising move against the state capital, Lyon's crusade against Jackson and the Missouri State Guard had gone well. In early August, far from St. Louis and threatened by a stronger opponent, Lyon would come up with one final, deadly surprise.
wilson's creek • nathaniel lyon • civil war in missouri • american civil war
Following his surprising move against the state capital, Lyon's crusade against Jackson and the Missouri State Guard had gone well. In early August, far from St. Louis and threatened by a stronger opponent, Lyon would come up with one final, deadly surprise.
wilson's creek • nathaniel lyon • civil war in missouri • american civil war
Groveling in Grozny? Part I. Out of Afghanistan
As Coalition forces bombard the caves of Afghanistan in an effort to "smoke out" the last loyal Al-Qaeda forces, the chance still exists that Bin-Laden & Co. are far from that rugged terrain. If they are not in the mountain caves, where are they? Perhaps they are leading the mercenary Islamic brigades in Tajekistan or perhaps they are in some secluded fortified part of the Chechen Caucasus Mountains.
chechnya • chechen independence • islamic militants • tajik civil war • tajek civil war
As Coalition forces bombard the caves of Afghanistan in an effort to "smoke out" the last loyal Al-Qaeda forces, the chance still exists that Bin-Laden & Co. are far from that rugged terrain. If they are not in the mountain caves, where are they? Perhaps they are leading the mercenary Islamic brigades in Tajekistan or perhaps they are in some secluded fortified part of the Chechen Caucasus Mountains.
chechnya • chechen independence • islamic militants • tajik civil war • tajek civil war
Liberia House: Survivor of the War, Part II
In the final part of the series on Liberia House, guest-author Eileen Murphy tells us about the post-war history of the property, and brings us up to date on the ongoing preservation efforts.
liberia house • first manassas • second manassas • battle of bull run • civil war
In the final part of the series on Liberia House, guest-author Eileen Murphy tells us about the post-war history of the property, and brings us up to date on the ongoing preservation efforts.
liberia house • first manassas • second manassas • battle of bull run • civil war
Mystic Cords of Memory: Our Fascination with the War
Probably no other era of American history has held our continuing interest to the same extent as the Civil War. In this article, we take a look at a few of the reasons why this may be so.
american civil war • civil war • war between the states • slavery • lincoln
Probably no other era of American history has held our continuing interest to the same extent as the Civil War. In this article, we take a look at a few of the reasons why this may be so.
american civil war • civil war • war between the states • slavery • lincoln
One Glorious Hour: Everett Peabody, Part VI
Peabody's morning patrol had alerted the Union army to the pending Confederate attack. The result was a battle that may have been quite different without that early warning. But Peabody would not live to see the outcome.
everett peabody • shiloh • battle of shiloh • benjamin prentiss • pittsburg landing
Peabody's morning patrol had alerted the Union army to the pending Confederate attack. The result was a battle that may have been quite different without that early warning. But Peabody would not live to see the outcome.
everett peabody • shiloh • battle of shiloh • benjamin prentiss • pittsburg landing
Overlooking the Obvious: A Lesson from the War
In the middle of another rancorous election year, it might serve us to remember what can happen when we focus too much on differences and overlook similarities. Especially one that stares us right in the face.
american civil war • civil war • history lessons
In the middle of another rancorous election year, it might serve us to remember what can happen when we focus too much on differences and overlook similarities. Especially one that stares us right in the face.
american civil war • civil war • history lessons
Prelude to Shiloh: Everett Peabody, Part IV
The Union army camped at Pittsburg Landing was filled with confidence - which soon crossed the line to overconfidence. By early April, despite numerous warning signs, few within the army were aware of the danger about to hit.
everett peabody • shiloh • battle of shiloh • civil war • american civil war
The Union army camped at Pittsburg Landing was filled with confidence - which soon crossed the line to overconfidence. By early April, despite numerous warning signs, few within the army were aware of the danger about to hit.
everett peabody • shiloh • battle of shiloh • civil war • american civil war
The Captain General: Nathaniel Lyon, Part VI
Lyon immersed himself in the struggle for the St. Louis arsenal soon after his arrival. His powerful ally of Frank Blair would prove crucial in gaining for Lyon the rank of general, and gaining for Governor Jackson a very large headache.
nathaniel lyon • civil war • american civil war • wilson's creek • claiborne fox jackson
Lyon immersed himself in the struggle for the St. Louis arsenal soon after his arrival. His powerful ally of Frank Blair would prove crucial in gaining for Lyon the rank of general, and gaining for Governor Jackson a very large headache.
nathaniel lyon • civil war • american civil war • wilson's creek • claiborne fox jackson
The Purpose of Power: Nathaniel Lyon, Part III
Lyon would see action in the Mexican War in the late 1840's, followed by several years of service in California. The future West Coast state would also be the scene for an incredible act of barbarism, brought about by Lyon's volcanic temper and twisted sense of justice.
nathaniel lyon • wilson's creek • civil war • american civil war
Lyon would see action in the Mexican War in the late 1840's, followed by several years of service in California. The future West Coast state would also be the scene for an incredible act of barbarism, brought about by Lyon's volcanic temper and twisted sense of justice.
nathaniel lyon • wilson's creek • civil war • american civil war
The Soldiers' Cause: A Review of Why Men Fought in the War
A review of James McPherson's <i>For Cause and Comrades</i> discussing the many causes for which the Civil War soldiers fought.
causes of the civil war • why men fought in the civil war
A review of James McPherson's <i>For Cause and Comrades</i> discussing the many causes for which the Civil War soldiers fought.
causes of the civil war • why men fought in the civil war
They Shall Not Surprise Us: Everett Peabody, Part V
Despite numerous warning signs, most of the Union army at Pittsburg Landing remained unaware of any danger. Unable to convince his division commander that an attack was all but imminent, Peabody chose to act on his own.
everett peabody • shiloh • battle of shiloh • pittsburg landing • benjamin prentiss
Despite numerous warning signs, most of the Union army at Pittsburg Landing remained unaware of any danger. Unable to convince his division commander that an attack was all but imminent, Peabody chose to act on his own.
everett peabody • shiloh • battle of shiloh • pittsburg landing • benjamin prentiss
Time Traveling: Planning Your Next Civil War Visit, Part I
When you start making summer vacation plans this year, why not include a visit to one or more war-related sites along the way? This article series will try to give you a few ideas to help you get started in planning a Civil War visit.
visiting civil war sites • visiting historic sites • planning a visit to a civil war site • civil war • american civil war
When you start making summer vacation plans this year, why not include a visit to one or more war-related sites along the way? This article series will try to give you a few ideas to help you get started in planning a Civil War visit.
visiting civil war sites • visiting historic sites • planning a visit to a civil war site • civil war • american civil war
Time Traveling: Planning Your Next Civil War Visit, Part II
Whether you plan on visiting a National Park Service site or a smaller state or local-run park, information about your destination is usually as close as your nearest computer.
visiting civil war sites • visiting historic sites • planning a visit to a civil war site • civil war • american civil war
Whether you plan on visiting a National Park Service site or a smaller state or local-run park, information about your destination is usually as close as your nearest computer.
visiting civil war sites • visiting historic sites • planning a visit to a civil war site • civil war • american civil war
Time Traveling: Planning Your Next Civil War Visit, Part III
The time of year you visit a battlefield park can make a difference in more ways than one. And how are you going to carry everything when you go for a hike through the park?
visiting civil war sites • visiting historic sites • planning a visit to a civil war site • civil war • american civil war
The time of year you visit a battlefield park can make a difference in more ways than one. And how are you going to carry everything when you go for a hike through the park?
visiting civil war sites • visiting historic sites • planning a visit to a civil war site • civil war • american civil war
Time Traveling: Planning Your Next Civil War Visit, Part IV
It's always best to start at the beginning. Which for us is the visitors center. And don't forget that reading material when you head out into the park.
visiting civil war sites • visiting historic sites • planning a visit to a civil war site • civil war • american civil war
It's always best to start at the beginning. Which for us is the visitors center. And don't forget that reading material when you head out into the park.
visiting civil war sites • visiting historic sites • planning a visit to a civil war site • civil war • american civil war
Time Traveling: Planning Your Next Civil War Visit, Part V
I've heard it said that any day is a good day at a Civil War park. No argument here. And certain times of day are the best of all. But no matter the time or the day or the park you choose, the best thing you can do is simply to get going.
visiting civil war sites • visiting historic sites • planning a visit to a civil war site • civil war • american civil war
I've heard it said that any day is a good day at a Civil War park. No argument here. And certain times of day are the best of all. But no matter the time or the day or the park you choose, the best thing you can do is simply to get going.
visiting civil war sites • visiting historic sites • planning a visit to a civil war site • civil war • american civil war
A Most Extraordinary Month: April in the Civil War, Part I
Few months witnessed as much history during the country's historic Civil War as did the month of April between 1861 and 1865. In this series, we will take a look at some of the events, many famous and some not so famous, that took place during the month of April in America's bloodiest war.
american civil war • civil war • war between the states • fort sumter • beginning of the civil war
Few months witnessed as much history during the country's historic Civil War as did the month of April between 1861 and 1865. In this series, we will take a look at some of the events, many famous and some not so famous, that took place during the month of April in America's bloodiest war.
american civil war • civil war • war between the states • fort sumter • beginning of the civil war
A Most Extraordinary Month: April in the Civil War, Part III
The third April of the war would witness the start of two major campaigns that would have far-reaching implications. It would also see an ugly riot in one of the national capitals, a highly controversial tax, and the approval of a bill authorizing the admission of the only state ever created out of another state.
april in the civil war • civil war • the american civil war • vicksburg campaign • grierson's raid
The third April of the war would witness the start of two major campaigns that would have far-reaching implications. It would also see an ugly riot in one of the national capitals, a highly controversial tax, and the approval of a bill authorizing the admission of the only state ever created out of another state.
april in the civil war • civil war • the american civil war • vicksburg campaign • grierson's raid
A Most Extraordinary Month: April in the Civil War, Part IV
Still more noteworthy events were to take place in April of 1864. Included among these was a highly controversial attack on a Union fort, the passage of a radically altered constitutional amendment, a new phrase for U.S. coins, and the tragic death of a president's son.
april 1864 • fort pillow • jefferson davis • prisoner exchange in the civil war • nathan bedford forrest
Still more noteworthy events were to take place in April of 1864. Included among these was a highly controversial attack on a Union fort, the passage of a radically altered constitutional amendment, a new phrase for U.S. coins, and the tragic death of a president's son.
april 1864 • fort pillow • jefferson davis • prisoner exchange in the civil war • nathan bedford forrest
A Soldier's Life
Fighting in a regiment during the English Civil War
english civil war • regimental soldier • england 1643 • soldier armor • civil war weapons
Fighting in a regiment during the English Civil War
english civil war • regimental soldier • england 1643 • soldier armor • civil war weapons
Finding Civil War Ancestors
Most American families will have at least one relative associated with the Civil War. Researching military records can provide much information.
civil war • genealogy • family tree • civil war • union
Most American families will have at least one relative associated with the Civil War. Researching military records can provide much information.
civil war • genealogy • family tree • civil war • union
I Shall Win My Spurs: Everett Peabody, Part III
Peabody would see his first serious actions of the war at Lexington, Missouri, in September 1861, where he was wounded twice. He also revealed a temper that fall that nearly got him into hot water on two different occasions.
everett peabody • siege of lexington missouri • missouri in the civil war • shiloh • battle of shiloh
Peabody would see his first serious actions of the war at Lexington, Missouri, in September 1861, where he was wounded twice. He also revealed a temper that fall that nearly got him into hot water on two different occasions.
everett peabody • siege of lexington missouri • missouri in the civil war • shiloh • battle of shiloh
No Man So Likely: Everett Peabody, Part II
Peabody would spend most of the 1850's in Missouri, helping to build railroads. With the coming of the war in 1861 he would join the Union ranks, and would see his first action before the end of the year.
everett peabody • missouri in the civil war • siege of lexington missouri • civil war • american civil war
Peabody would spend most of the 1850's in Missouri, helping to build railroads. With the coming of the war in 1861 he would join the Union ranks, and would see his first action before the end of the year.
everett peabody • missouri in the civil war • siege of lexington missouri • civil war • american civil war
The Lyon and the Fox: Nathaniel Lyon, Part VIII
The clash in St. Louis following Camp Jackson left Missouri in an uproar. But Lyon's bold move had also temporarily wrecked Governor Jackson's plans for a quick secession of his state. As both sides scrambled to gain the upper hand, the future of Missouri hung in the balance.
camp jackson affair • civil war in missouri • wilson's creek • civil war • american civil war
The clash in St. Louis following Camp Jackson left Missouri in an uproar. But Lyon's bold move had also temporarily wrecked Governor Jackson's plans for a quick secession of his state. As both sides scrambled to gain the upper hand, the future of Missouri hung in the balance.
camp jackson affair • civil war in missouri • wilson's creek • civil war • american civil war