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On To Washington!

From The New-York Times September 22, 1861: INACTIVITY OF THE SOUTHERN ARMY. A letter in the Savannah (Ga.) News, dated Aug. 27, says: “The chief topic of conversation here is the inactivity of the Army. Much criticism has been passed … Continue reading

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Seven Stars Over Sumter

From The New-York Times April 15, 1861 (The New York Times Archive): FORT SUMPTER EVACUATED.; FORT SUMPTER HAS SURRENDERED. CHARLESTON, via AUGUSTA, Saturday, April 13. The Confederate flag floats over its walls. None of the garrison or Confederate troops are … Continue reading

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