Finished the book "Black Jack: John A. Logan and Southern Illinois in the Civil War Era" I Recommend it. The author discusses whether Logan was unjustly passed...
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seems like I have read this particular Union general went on to distinguish himself in many ways but also, unfortunately, as someone who was particularly...
Awhile back, a msg. was sent to this group regarding www.fightpc.net , a new resource and organization dedicated to Killing Political Correctness. We're...
Gang, Many here are excellent at tracking down information on our Civil War ancestors and I have a request for that help. A possible relative of mine by the...
Hey guys, Having a bit of difficulty in locating a photo of Brigadier General Charles Robert Woods, first commanding the 76th OVI then a brigade in the 15th...
First off would like to thank the moderator for allowing me to be a member of this fine forums. A little about me: I have been doing research on the Civil War...
Are there any sources (book or article) on the February 1864 battle at Dalton? I've got the ORs, McMurry, Connelly, and Castel and I'm coming up short on...
I'm afraid the word "Tullahoma" has baffled me for some time now. Kind of checking up on it recently, I think I may have this right, but I am sure more than...
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Good Morning, I am hoping some of you might be able to help with this question. It sure would save me a lot of time. This inquiry came in from my website. "....
Hello All Major Announcement for Marilla Civil War Days July 11 - 13, 2008, this years walk on fee has been waived and Sutler Fees have been reduced....
Thanks Ken. Very valid point. I just send the individual an email for a clarification. Here is what I sent. ". . . You are going to have to define what you...
Hi In case anyone is interested, the new Mort Kunstler rpint, "Lion of The Valley" is already on low inventory. This is a testament to the quality of this...
Hi I am new to this site and have been following the letters on Generals with interest. We should start off by noting that only about 40% of the generals on...
I have a new post up on Sherman's cavalry chief. Check it out: http://bullrunnings.wordpress.com/2008/04/21/family-ties-hugh-judson-kilpatr ick/ Harry...
... Dear Brothers and Sisters in the United States of America, The grace and peace of God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ be with all of you! In just a...
I'm looking for any information available about the Dan McCook Brigade Association, particularly about their role in the creation of the Illinois Monument at...
Does anyone know where I can find information about the exemptions given to men living in the frontier counties in Texas so that they did not have to join the...
Hi Not quite western theater, But thought you might like to see Kunstlers newest release. It is Jackson in Winchester with his Foot Cavalry. If you would like...
On April 7, 1862, the Ninth Indiana, Hazen's Brigade, of Bull Nelson's Division, Army of the Ohio, crossed the Tennessee and climbed the bluffs above Pittsburg...
well, if we've slowed down a bit, reading a book about Shelby and looks like will be able to post here some stuff. ["General Jo Shelby: Undefeated Rebel"] ...
If there are any 8th TX cavalry aficionados in here, could you take a look at this and let me know if you have any thoughts on the picture of Lubbock? ...
The Shelby book I'm reading definitely has some things to say about these two gentlemen. As far as Hindman goes, more later perhaps, but it seems that tangle ...
It appears to me the most detailed accounts of the battle of Kennesaw Mountain are either Castel's Decision in the West or the OR. Does anyone have another...