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Orders from General Scott

Posted on August 1, 2011 by SUMPTER

From The New-York Times August 2, 1861: THE GREAT REBELLION. … Important Orders Issued by General Scott. More Caution to be Observed in Searching for Arms and Making Arrests. The Rebels Desecrating Mount Vernon. … WASHINGTON, Thursday, Aug. 1. The … Continue reading →

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And the Lights Go Out

Posted on April 27, 2011 by admin

A Consequence of Virginia’s Secession From The New-York Times April 27, 1861: PORTSMOUTH, Va., Wednesday, April 24, 1861. The great want of the Revolutionists is small arms. It is the cry that comes up from Richmond from every part of … Continue reading →

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