Tag Archives: Louis T. Wigfall

Hold the Applause?

Posted on April 23, 2012 by SUMPTER

Burnett’s proposal for irregular warfare applauded by soldiers watching senate proceedings From the Richmond Daily Dispatch April 21, 1862: Applause in the galleries. Mr. Burnett again spoke in favor of irregular warfare, and contrasted its advantage in a striking manner … Continue reading →

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Mrs. Wigfall Makes a Flag

Posted on December 30, 2011 by SUMPTER

From the Richmond Daily Dispatch December 31, 1861: Singular State flag. –The flag of the Texas camp, at Camp Wigfall, near Dumfries, Va., is made of the bridal dress of Mrs. Wigfall. Says the correspondent of the Austin Gazette: It … Continue reading →

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