ki m CORNELL UNIVERSITY LIBRARY FROM Carter R.^^ingsley DATE DUE "..—J, /iM ^^r — i ( 1 CAVLORD '-'V...-*..^ «0HMIHBI Cornell Unlverslly Library E470.1 .C18 olln Cornell University Library The original of tliis book is in tine Cornell University Library. There are no known copyright restrictions in the United States on the use of the text. http://www.archive.org/details/cu31924030914752 TO E REBELLION REGISTER A HISTORT or THE PBINCIPAL PUKSONS AND PLACES, IMPORTANT DATES. DOCUMENTS AND STATISTICS, MILITARY AND POLITICAL, CONNECTED WITH THE CIVIL WAR IN AMERICA. TO WHICH 18 ADDED A CITIZEN'S MANUAL: CONTAINING NATIONAL DOCCMBNTS, PROCLAMATIONS, AND STATISTICS POLITICAL PLATrORMS, GRANT'S REPORT, FARLIAMENIABT RULES, Ac, ALPHABETICALLY ARRAtfGED. COMPILED FROM OFFICIAL AND OTHE& AUTHENTIC B0UB0K8, By ROBERT A. CAMPBELL. KALAMAZOO, MICH.: R. A. CAMPBELL, PUBLISHER, Ms^idi Entered occordins to Act of GongreiiTin the year I86S b/ BOBEBT A. OAMFBXLL, Is the Oleik'a Offlce of the District Court for the Dlatrlct of Indians. IMtkxatT^is AT tun VBAHKLIR Ttrc fooaoBT, OIHCIHNAII, 0. PREFATORY. A GLANCE at the Title Page will show the general scope of this work. It has been the aim of the Author to condense into the smallest possible space, consistent with precision, clearness, and interest, the multitudinous incidents and dates presented. He has avoided all par- tisan views, mere speculation, and unprofitable detail. The documents, statistics, and extracts are from official sources, and given without comment. The historical part of the work has been carefully gathered from the abundant materials at the command of the Author, and as carefully culled and presented. In his labors it has been his constant care to make a fair, full statement of facts, rather than any display of rhetoric. It is intended as a reliable and convenient reference • book upon the topics presented, for the use of the va- rious classes and parties of American citizens ; and the Author hopes that the execution of the design may not be altogether unworthy the approbation already bestowed upon the plan. (8) REBELLION REGISTER. Abbeville, Miss., deserted by the rebels and occupied by the Union forces December 2, 1862. Abell, D. K., editor of the St. Joseph (Mo.) Tribune, arrested October 30, 1863, for publishing treasonable articles in his paper. Abingdon, Va,, was occupied by General Burbridge, who destroyed a large amount of stores, including a quantity of salt, December 14, 1864. A. B, Ligar, a rebel steamer, was captured near New Orleans, November 1, 1862. Abolition of Slavery in the District of Columbia. Bill passed the United States Senate April 3, (29 v. 14) ; passed the House (93 v. 39) April 11, and was approved by Presi- dent Lincoln April 16, 1862. Absentees from the army were ordered to their places August 11, 1862. Acoomac and Northampton Counties, Va., were taken possession of by the Union troops, and the rebels in them disbanded, November 18, 1861. Acquia Creek, Va. — There was an engagement, May 31, 1861, between the rebel batteries near this place and the gun-boats Anacosta and Freeborn. After a two-hours' battle the gun-boats retired ; but, renewing the attack next day, the batteries were silenced and a part of the town burned. There were undecisive attacks at the same point July 29 and August 16 of the same year. The place was evacuated by the rebels March 18, 1862, thus raising the blockade of the Potomac. Actual Commencement of War, by the rebels open- ing fire upon Fort Sumter, at 4:30 A. M. April 12, 1861. Acworth, Ga., was Sherman's head-quarters June 6, 1864.. (6) 6 REBELLION REGISTER. Adair County, Ky., was the scene of severe skirmish ing December 29, 1861. Adairsville, Ga., was occupied by General Howard's corps, after defeating the rebels, May 18, 1864. Adams, Charles Francis, United States Minister to London, received a congratulatory visit from the Eman- cipation Society of England January 16, 1863. Adams. (See South Carolina Commissioners.) Adamstown, Md. (See Second Invasion of Maryland.) Adele, an Anglo-Confederate steamer, was captured July 6, 1862. Admiral, an Anglo-Confederate ship, was captured oflf the coast of Georgia December 13, 1861. Aiken, Rev. C. W., was betrayed to the rebels in South Carolina. December 27, 1860. Alabama. — Senator C. 0. Clay, Jr., resigned his seat in the United States Senate December 10, 1860, and he, with his colleague, Benjamin Fitzpatrick, formally with- drew from that body January 21 following. Delegates to a State Convention were elected (result, in the State, over 60,000 for secession) December 24, 1860. They assembled at Montgomery January 7, 1861; four days later passed a secession ordinance, (61 v. 39,) and ad- journed. They reassembled at the same place March 4, and on the 13th ratified the so-called Confederate Con- stitution, (85 V. 5.) December 24, 1860, the Governor issued his call for an extra session of the State Legisla ture, convening them January 14, to provide laws tc carry into effect the action of the State Conventior.. Arms for the Alabama authorities were seized in Nc\» York city January 22, 1861. JeflF Davis made a requi- sition, April 9, upon Governor Moore for 3,000 troops. and on the 16th of the same month President Lincoln declared the State in insurrection. Alabama, the Anglo-Confederate cruiser, alias "290," was built in England, and sailed from Liverpool July 29, 1862, for the Azores, where she received her arma- ment. Captain Ralph Semmes assumed command August 24. This pirate captured and destroyed about eighty vessels belonging to merchants of the United States, including the gun-boat Hatteras, off the coast of Texas, January 11, 1863. Captain Semmes, his officers, and REBELLION REaiSTEB. 7 crew, had a public reception and welcome from the Grov- erniueat and city officials at Kingston, Jamaica, January 25, 1863. Arriving at Cherbourg, June 14, 1864, from a cruise in the Indian Ocean, she was, in accordance with the French law of neutrality, warned to leave that port, which she did on the morning of the 19th, first sending a challenge to the United States war steamer Kearsage, Captain Winslow. The battle commenced as soon as the vessels had reached a point beyond the French juris- diction, (three leagues from shore,) and aftqr a short engagement the pirate was sunk. Captain Semmes, most of his officers, and part of his crew — ^forty in all — made their escape upon the British yacht Deerhound, which landed them in England, where they were received with much enthusiasm. Alabama, a United States war steamer, sailed in search of the Anglo-Confederate pirate Florida, February 20, 1863. Albemarle, a rebel ram, was destroyed by Lieutenant W. B. Cushing with a torpedo-boat, on Roanoke River, October 28, 1864. Albert, a United States gun-boat, was accidentally burned at Norforlk, Va., May 31, 1863. Aldie, Va., the rebels at, capture a squad of fifty Union cavalry March 1, 1863, and the next day the Union boys captured thirty of Moseby's guerrillas near, the same place. Cavalry skirmishing again commenced June 17, 1863, and continued at intervals until the 21st, when the rebels were routed. Alert was captured by the Alabama September 9, 1862. Alexandria, Va., was declared open as a port of entry September 24, 1863. (See Ellsworth.) Alexandria, La., was captured by Admiral Porter May 8, 1863, and a few days later the place was occupied by General Banks's army. The city was again occupied March 16, 1864, by General A. J. Smith, Admiral Porter holding the river. Alice, a schooner, was captured by the Alabama No- Tember 2, 1862. Allatoona, Ga., Sherman flanked Johnston at. May 24, 1864. Hood moved upon this place October 5, 1864, and continued the attack unsuccessfully next day. 8 , KEBELLION REGISTER. Allatoona Mountains, Ga., were occupied by John- ston's rebel army, and the position fortified, May 22, 1864. Sherman "flanked him" next day, when John- ston again retreated. Allatoona Pass, Ga., was occupied by Stoneman and Garrard's cavalry June 2, 1864. . Alleghany Arsenal — Great excitement was caused m Pittsburg December 24, 1860, upon the reception of an order to send a quantity of arms South, and the citizens en masse declared the thing should not be done. The order was revoked January 3, 1861. Alleghany Camp, near Staunton, Va. — A battle was fought at this place December 13, 1861, between Gen- eral Milroy's Union force of 750 men, and General John- ston's rebels, numbering 2,000. The battle opened at daylight, the Union troops retiring about 3 P. M. Loss : Union, 30 ; rebel, 100. Altoona, Penn. — The Governors of the loyal States met at Altoona September 24, 186i2, and adopted an address to the President, indorsing all the acts of the Government. Amendment to the Constitution, (See page — .) Ames, Bishop Edward, and Hon. Hamilton Fish were, on January 27, 1862, appointed commissioners to visit Eichmond and other places in the South, to relieve the suffering and promote the comfort of the Federal pris- oners in rebel hands. They returned February 14, hav- ing been refused admission within the Confederate lines, but having effected an arrangement for the exchange of prisoners. Amite River, La. — ^Rebels dispersed at this place March 9, 1863. Amnesty Proclamations. — During the rebellion three of these proclamations have been issued, as follows : The first and second by President Lincoln, December 8, 1863, and March 26, 1864, respectively, and the third by Presi- dent Johnson, May 29, 1865. For these important docu- ments in full, see pages 270 and 271. Anderson, Major Robert, assumed command of Fort Moultrie November 18, 1860. Acting upon his views of the situation and the pending struggle, he spiked the guns, destroyed the carriages, and abandoning that point REBELLION BEQISTER. 9 December 26, with his small force, established himself in Fort Sumter. This moTement caused a great excitement in Charleston and other Southern cities, and was sus- tained by Congress January 7, 1861. By order of Gen- eral Beauregard, April 7, communication between the fort and city was prohibited, and on the 11th he sent in a summons to surrender. Major AndersQn replied that his " sense of honor and his obligiations to his Gov- ernment" would prevent his doing so. The demand was repeated and again refused at midnight. The bom- bardment commenced at 4:30 o'clock next morning by a, fire from Fort Moultrie, followed by all the batteries, which nearly surrounded Sumter. Sumter replied at 7 o'clock, and a vigorous fire was kept up by both parties until 6 P. M. The Confederates fired at intervals dur- ing the night, and opened again in force at daylight of the 13th. The fort held fire until 7 A. M. During the morning the barracks of the fort took fire several times from the effects of shells. When the flames burst forth the Confederates redoubled their energies, and with such effect that at five minutes of 1 the garrison capitulated. The Federal loss was one man killed; he by the explo- sion of the last gun of the salute. It was rumored that the Confederate loss was comparatively heavy. The garrison were allowed the honors of war. Saluting their flag, and taking it and private and company prop- erty with them, they sailed, on the 14th, for New Xork, where they arrived on the 18th, and four days later received the thanks of the Government for their patriotism and bravery. Major Anderson was sub- iiequently commissioned as Major-General, and, Sep- tember 21, assigned to the command of the troops in Kentucky, which position he assumed October 5, and relinquished, on account of ill health, on the 8th. Anderson's Cross Beads, Ky., was the scene of a brisk engagement and a rebel defeat, October 2, 1863. Andersonville, Ga. (See Prisoners.) Annandale, Ya., was the scene of a spirited skirmish December 13, 1861. A battle was fought near this place February 14, 1863, in which the Unionists were defeated, with a loss of 17 killed and missing, and 21 wounded. The rebels captured the sutler's stores at 1* 10 RBBEILION REGISTEK. this point June 28, 1863. A squad of Union cavalry was captured at Annandale, August 24, 1863, and Mos- by's force was repulsed, with considerable loss, at the same place, just one year later. Antietam, the battle of, was commenced September 16, 1862. General Hooker crossed the Antietam, near Sharpsburg, Md., to feel the rebel left and gain a posi- tion ready to attack in the morning. Considerable skir- mishing ensued, which lasted till dark. The army slept on their arms. The next morning, about 5 o'clock, the real battle commenced, by Hooker's corps advancing against the rebel left. The fight raged fiercely and with varying success, both armies alternately advancing and retiring. ' At the fourth advance the Federals held the piece of woods in their front, which was felt to be the key of the position. On the left, at 1 o'clock P. M., Burn- side had carried the stone bridge at the point of the bayonet; and at 4 P. M., he and Franklin in the center received orders to advance. Franklin moved his bat- teries forward and held his ground. Burnside carried the hills in his front; but the enemy being reinforced from the left, he was flanked, overpowered, and com- pelled to retire to his former position. It was now dark, and the battle closed. The forces engaged num- bered about 100,000 on each side, the rebels having been reinforced by General Jackson's corps, after his capture of Harper's Ferry. The line of battle was four miles long. The field was fiercely contested, and the carnage was terrible. Preparations were immediately made to renew the contest on the morrow, but during the night the Confederates retreated. The Union loss in this fight was stated at 2,010 killed ; 9,416 wounded ; and 1,043 missing. The Confederates acknowledged a loBB of 14,000, but General McCIellan stated it to be 25,542. General Mansfield was killed ; Generals Rich- ardson and Rodman mortally wounded. Anthony, a rebel Major, tc^ether with Lieutenant Davis, were convicted of recruiting for the rebels within the Union lines, and, January 2, 1864, sentenced to im- prisonment in Fort Warren, for fifteen years. Apache Canon, New Mexico, was the scene of a brisk engagement, March 28, 1862, between 1,300 Unionists, REBELLION REGISTER, 11. with six pieces of artillery, under Colonel J. P. Slough, and 2,000 Texans, with one piece of artillery, who were in ambush. Colonel Slough attacked the Texans in front, while Major Chivington, with a part of the force, attacked them in the rear. The fight lasted until 4 o'clock, when flags of truce were interchanged to bury the dead and care for the wounded. The rebels lost their entire train, comprising 64 wagons and 230 mules; about 150 killed, 200 wounded, and 93 prisoners. The Union loss was 20 killed, 54 wounded, and 35 prisoners. Apalachicola, Florida, surrendered without resistance to the Union forces April 3, 1862. Ariel, a California steamer, was captured by the " Ala- bama," December 7, 1862, and released upon giving bonds for $228,000, payable thirty days after the recog- nition of the Southern Confederacy. Arizona, through action of a convention held at Me- silla, seceded March 16, 1861. The Confederate Con- gress subsequently erected a Territorial Grovernment over it. On February 24, 1863, all of New Mexico west of a line from the point where the south-west corner ofColorado joins New Mexico, due south to the northern line, Mexico was constituted a separate terri- tory, under the name of Arizona, and a temporary gov- ernment provided therefor. Arizona, a United States gun-boat, was burned below New Orleans, February 27, 1865, five of the crew per- ishing. ArkadelpMa, Ark., was the scene of a battle and rebel defeat February 15, 1863. Rebel loss, 25 men ; Union loss, 14 men. September 8, the rebels were again defeated at this point. The place was occupied by Col- onel Caldwell, with 700 Federal troops, October 28, after driving out the rebel rear guard and capturing several hundred prisoners. The place was occupied by 7,000 rebels, under Marmaduke and Price, January 6, 1864. Arkansas. — The State Legislature, on January 16, 1861, resolved to submit to the people the question of calling a State Convention, the vote to be polled Feb- ruary 18. The result was (27,410 v. 15,820) in favor of a convention — delegates to which were elected, and mot at Little Rock March 4. After resolving to sub- 12 REBELLION REGISTER. mit the question of secession to the people, the Conven- tion adjourned March 21, and met at the same place early in May, and on the 6th of that month passed (69 V. 1) a secession ordinance, which was ratified by the people, and on the 17th the State was admitted as one of the "Confederate States of America." The mil- itary board, on July 3, called for 10,000 men to repel the Union troops. President Lincoln declared the State in insurrection August 16. A provisional government was inaugurated at Little Eock January 20, 1864. The State, by a popular vote, on March 16, 1864, declared for a Free State Constitution, and the State Legislature ratified the Constitutional Amendment prohibiting slavery, April 1, 1865. Arkansas City, Texas, surrendered to the Union forces March 17, 1863 ; 100 prisoners and 3 guns were taken. Arkansas, the rebel iron-clad ram, on July 15, 1862, ran the blockade of the Yazoo River, and passed through the Union fleet, and anchored under the guns of the shore batteries. The gun-boats' fire had no efiect on her. Sev- eral were killed and wounded on the fleet by the shots from the Arkansas. On the 22d, the Union ram Queen of the West attacked the Arkansas, endeavoring to sink her, but came off defeated. The Arkansas then made for Baton Rouge, where she was attacked by the Union gun- boat Essex, and after a short engagement, was sunk August 6. Arkansas Post, Ark. — A combined land and naval force was sent against this place. The land force, under General McClernand, landed about one mile below the place, under cover of the gun-boats, January 10, 1863. The day following the Union forces stormed the works, aided by the gun-boats, under Admiral Porter. The whole garrison surrendered. The Union loss was 100 killed and 500 wounded; rebel loss, 500 killed and wounded ; 5,000 prisoners were taken, including Gen- eval Churchill, commanding, and all the ammui>ition and stores. Two Texas regiments, ignorant of the chau^'e of affairs, and anxious to reinforce the rebels, marclied into the camp on the 12th, and were added to the list of Union captures. The fort (TTindnian) at this place REBELLION EEGISTER. 13 was destroyed, and the place abandoned by the Unionists on the 29th. Arlington, Va., was occupied by Sheridan's forces March 7, 1865. Arling'ton Heights, opposite Washington, were fortified May 16, 1861. Arrow Rook, Mo., was the scene of a skirmish October 13, 1863. Arsenals. — At the outbreak of the rebellion, the pos- session of the arsenals was an important item to each party, and hence the efforts made to capture or destroy them. The arsenals at the following places were sur- rendered to or taken possession of by the State author- ities as follows: Augusta, Georgia, -January 2-1, 1861; Baton Eouge, Louisiana, January 10, 1861 ; Fayetteville, N. C, April 22, 1861; Liberty, Mo., April 20, 1861; Little Rock, Ark., February 8, 1861; Mobile, Ala., January 4, 1861; Napoleon, Ark., April 22, 1861. On April 28, 1861, a detachment of Illinois troops, under Captain Stokes, of the regular army, succeeded in re- moving, from the arsenal at St. Louis about twenty thousand stand of arms, besides one hundred and ten thousand cartridges, cannon, equipments, etc., and con- veyed them to Springfield, Illinois. (See Harper's Ferry.) Ashby's Gap, Va., was occupied by the Union forces November 4, 1862, and soon abandoned. The rebel pickets at this place were driven in on the 28th of the same month. The Union forces were repulsed here July 18 and 20, 1864, with a loss of nearly 500 men; and on February 19, 1865, a Union force of 110 men were sur- prised and captured by 40 guerrillas. Ashland, Va., was dashed into by some Union cavalry May 29, 1862. They captured a train of quartermaster's and commissary stores. The town was occupied by Union cavalry May 3, 1863. Ashland Station, Va., was occupied by Sheridan's forces May 11, 1864. He destroyed two trains of cars, locomotives, engine-houses, Confederate store-house,- and six miles of railroad. Atchafalaya Bayou was reached and pontooned by General Bank's forces, in their retreat toward New Orleans, May 19, 1864. 14 REBELLION REGISTER. Athens, Ala., garrisoned with 100 Union troops, was attacked January 26, 1864, by General Forrest, with 600 men, who, after a two hours' fight, was defeated; 5 rebels killed and a number wounded and captured ; Union loss, 10 wounded. Again on September 23, 1864, the same General, with a force of 8,000 strong, attacked the place and defeated 500 Unionists. Athens, Ky., was the scene of a brisk skirmish Feb- ruary 23, 1863. The guerrilla Morgan (brother to John) was taken prisoner. Athens, Mo., was the scene of a skirmish August 5, 1861. Atlanta, Ga., was occupied and fortified, by the rebel forces under Johnson, July 10, 1864. On the 20th, Sher- man's army was within two afld a half miles of the place, and threatening the main roads leading to and from the city. Johnson had been relieved from command of the rebels by General Hood, and forthwith proceeded to put in operation a style of tactics, which were directly the opposite of the slow movements of his predecessor. He made three assaults on the right of the position, at Peach-tree Creek, defended by General Joe Hooker, with the 20th Corps, but was "bloodily repulsed." He ma- neuvered skillfully, about daylight, and attacked a weak spot, or gap, in the lines, which were of unusual and dangerous length, extending some twelve miles. Hood sent out deserters to give false news of his having abandoned Atlanta; he also withdrew his skirmishers, the better to support the deception. He then fell on Sherman's forces, before the hitter's order of battle was fully prepared, and when he had but just crossed the river. At one time. General Hood was nigh successful in piercing the weakened center. He would thus have retrieved the calamities of the campaign, but for some fortuitous circumstances, and the indomitable pluck of the 20th Corps, aided by General Newton of the 4th Corps, and part of Palmer's 14th Corps. Hood gained some slight advantages in the early part of the day; but at night had to relinquish them all. Late at night he retired to his earth-works, leaving over 1,300 prisoners. He had 1,200 killed and 4,000 wounded. Union loss, 1,700. REBELLION REGISTER. 15 He made another attack on the left of the Union lines on the 22d. Logan's corps (the 15th), as also the 17th and Dodge's (16th Corps), felt the shock of his charges most severely. In the early part of the day ho gained some temporary successes, as on the 20th. He took Bome works, which he was at a later time, obliged to re- linquish; he was finally driven back with heavy loss. The enemy made six furious assaults on the 17th Corps. During the heat of battle, the rebel General Wheeler, with his raiders, attacked the rear of the 15th Corps, and captured 10 wagons. Their presence gave rise to the belief that Hood had outflanked the army ; this caused a serious panic in the 15th Corps, who were also attacked at the same time in front, and driven from their main line of intrenchments to their second line, a distance of 500 yards to the rear ; but they quickly reformed and took their old position. The gifted and valorous Gene- ral James B. McPherson met his death early in the day. The rebels lost 3,100 killed, 5,000 wounded, 3,200 pris- oners, 25 stand of colors, and 5,000 muskets. Union loss, 3,720, killed, wounded, and missing. On the 28th, General Sherman attempted to extend his line to the right, by subtracting his left corps and sending them to the other extremity of the line, so as to reach the west of Atlanta. The enemy observing the movement, massed his troops in the same direction, and was successful in his onset. In the afternoon the for- tune of battle had changed. Atlanta was now heavily bombarded for some days. On August 26, after getting all things in readiness, Gen- eral Sherman made a feint of retreating, in order to cover his "flanking" the place. On September 1, Hood blew up his magazine, destroyed 7 locomotives, 81 cars loaded- with ammunition, small arms, and stores, partially de- stroyed 14 guns, and retreated south. General Slocum entered the town September 2, at 11 o'clock A. M. It is estimated that the total Union loss from Chattanooga to Atlanta, in killed, wounded, and missing, is 31,500 men, 15 cannon, and 5 flags. The rebel loss for the same time, 44,000 men, 32 cannon, 30 flags, and 20,000 small arms. On the 4th, General Sherman issued his order that 16 REBELLION KEQISTEE. Atlanta must be held for military purposes exclusively, aud sending all the inhabitants north or south, as they may choose. General Hood, on the 9th, protested, " in the name of Grod and humanity," against this order, but accepted a proposed truce for the removal. General Sherman's orders for the march from Atlanta were issued November 9. They direct troops to "forage liberally on the country," forbid trespassing by soldiers, and hold the country responsible for attacks by guerrillas. The public buildings were burned or blown up, the place rendered a desert, and evacuated November 14, and Sherman's forces were "marching to the sea." Atzerodt, one of Booth's accomplices, was captured at Monocacy, near Baltimore, April 20, 1865. (See Harold.) Auburn, Tenn., was the scene of a brisk but undeci- sive skirmish, March 20, 1863. Auger, General, about October 20, 1864, adopted the plan of placing in conspicuous places, upon each train on the Manassas Gap Railroad, prominent secessionists, resi- dents of the vicinity, as a protection against attacks from guerrillas. The plan accomplished the desired object. Augusta, Ga. (See Arsenal.) Augusta, Ky., was, on September 27, 1862, captured by rebel guerrillas, the garrison, after a stubborn fight, being compelled to surrender to superior forces. 'The rebels lost 90 killed and wounded. Union loss about 50. Austin, Miss., was burned by Union forces. May 24, 1863. Averysboro, N. C— On March 16, 1865, the 14th Corps, of Sherman's army, had a fight with Hardee at this place, in which the latter was defeated, leaving all .his dead in General Davis's hands, and retreating to Bentonsville. Union loss about 1,000 killed and wounded. " Rebel loss less than half that number, on account of their ■works protecting them. Avoyelles Prairie, La., was the scene of a short but spirited battle on May 16, 1864, between General Banks's retreating forces and the rebels, who were endeavoring to cut him off. The rebels were driven with great loss, considering the time and numbers engaged. Aylett's, Va., wa? surprised aud captured by Union EEBELLION REGISTER. 17 forces, under Colonel Fitspatrick, May 5, 1863. A party of 50 rebel cavalry were surprised and taken prisoners at the same time. Bachelor's Creek, N. C, was, on May 20, 1864, the scene of an accidental explosion of four recently captured rebel torpedoes, killing and wounding several Union soldiers. (See Newbern.) Bagley, a Union gun-boat, was blown up by torpe- does, on the Roanoke River, December 10, 1864. BaMa. (See privateer Florida.) Bailey's Dam was built partially across the Red River at the falls near Alexandria, raising the river at that point, and thus releasing Admiral Porter's fleet from its apparently hopeless situation above the falls. The force employed consisted of 3,000 men and 300 teams, under direction of Lieutenant-Colonel Bailey, who commenced operations May 2, 1864, and on the 13th the last of the fleet passed in safety, thus saving vessels valued at $2,000,000. Bainbridge, Tenn. — Sturgis's cavalry attacked and drove the videttes out of this place January 14, 1864, but subsequently fell back before superior numbers. Three days later the rebels renewed the attack, and Gen- eral Sturgis fell back to Strawberry Plains. The skir- mishing lasted from daylight until 4 P. M., when Colonel McCook charged upon and completely routed them. Union loss, 150. Johnson's brigade of Rhoddy's army crossed the Tennessee River at this point, January 26, 1864. Baker, Edward D., United States Senator from Oregon, w-as appointed Major-General of volunteers, September 21, 1861, and one month later was killed in battle, while gallantly leading his men near Ball's Bluff. (See Ball's Bluff.) Baker's Creek, or Champion Hill, battle of, (25 miles west of Jackson, Miss.,) May 16, 1863. The forces engaged were about 25,000 on each side — the Unionists under General Grant, the rebels under Pemberton. The rebels were routed, and retired behind the Big Black River, with a loss of 16 pieces of artillery, 3,000 pris- oners, 1,000 killed and wounded. Union loss, 1,700 killed or wounded. 18 EEBELLION REGISTEE. Baldwin, Fk. — A force 5,000 strong, under General Seymour, advanced to and fortified this place February 18, 1864. Ten days later they evacuated the place, burn- ing the stores, etc. The town was held by the rebels from that time till July 25, at which date General Birney, entering Florida by the St. Mary's River, drove out the rebels, and the place was occupied by Union Bali's Bluff, Va., battle of, October 21, 1861.— Colonel E. D. Baker, with -2,000 men, crossed the Potomac at Harrison's Island and Ball's Bluff, under orders from General Stone. About 4 P. M. they were suddenly attacked by a body of 5,000 Confederates, under General Evans. Being overpowered, they were driven back to the river, and many, for want of means to cross, were drowned or slaughtered on the banks. Baker fell at the first fire. General Stone was arrested and confined in Fort Lafayette, on suspicion of foul play. The Union loss was about 1,000 men, of whom nearly 300 were killed, and 500, including part of the wounded, taken prisoners. Baltimore, Md. — An immense secession meeting was held at Baltimore, in Monument Square, on the even- ing of April 18, 1861. Violent disunion speeches were made, and the meeting adjourned with enthusiastic cheers for "the South" and for "President Davis." Next day the city was in the hands of the mob, with whom the 6th Massachusetts and 7th Pennsylvania regiments had a fight. Three soldiers were killed and eight wounded. Of the mob, eleven were killed and several wounded. The same day the Mayor of the city notified the Presi- dent that no more troops could pass through the city without fighting their way. The mob on the following day, April 20, destroyed the telegraph lines and various bridges and culverts on the railroads, thus checking communication between Washington and the North. The city militia was speedily organized in the Southern in- terest, but was disbanded on May 6. General Butler took possession of Federal Hill, thus commanding the city, andre-establishing communications and travel through it on the 13th. June 15th the B. and 0. R. R. was re-opened to Harper's Ferry. On the 17th, Marshal Geo. REBELLION REGISTER. 19 P. Kane was arrested for treason, the Police Commis- sioners superseded, and John R. Kenly appointed Provost- marshal of the city. The Board of Police protested againt the arrest of Kane, but without avail ; they were arrested July 1, and confined, with their chiei', in Port Henry. During the rebel invasion of Pennsylvania, martial law was proclaimed in the city, June 30, 1863. Banks, N. P., was appointed Major-G-eneral of vol- unteers, May 30, 1861, and on June 10 he was detailed to, and assumed command of, the Department of An- napolis. On July 19 he was assigned to command the forces on the Upper Potomac, which position he assumed July 25. The various actions in this department will be found under their appropriate headings. Banks's expedition (with sealed orders) sailed from New York December 4, 1862. It encountered a severe storm, and two of the vessels, in distress, put into Port Royal on the 11th, and one into Philadelphia on the 15th. The expedition arrived at New Orleans December 14, on which day General Banks relieved General But- ler of the command of the Department of the Gulf. The formalities of General Butler's leave-taking, and of General Banks's assuming command, occurred the next General Banks published the President's Emancipa- tion Proclamation to the people of Louisiana February 6, 1863. The secessionists were highly incensed at this, and made an attempt to assassinate the General on his way to the opera, on the evening of the 11th. He con- tinued in command of this department until General Canby relieved him. May 21, 1864. This command General Banks resumed December 1 of the same year. (The movements of his army, etc., will be found under their appropriate heads.) Barbarities. — Mention will be made of only a few of the many instances. German farmers massacred by a rebel mob in Western Texas, January 10, 1863. Five Union men shot, in cold blood, by the rebels, at Little Bock, Ark., Jan. 23, 1863. Attempt to assassinate General Banks, February 11, 1863. 20 REBELLION REGISTER. Captain Dwight, after surrender, is murdered by the rebels, at Washington, La., May 4, 1863. The rebel authorities refused to receive supplies for Union prisoners starving in the South, December 12, 18G3. A Union soldier was found hung at Smith's Mills, Va., with a placard calling it "retaliation," January 14, 1864. A company of colored troops were surprised and cap- tured near Grand Lake, Miss., by guerrillas, February 14, 1864. After surrendering, all but two were killed. Rev. Dr. Cox, CKaplain 25th regiment Corps d'Afrique, was captured near Donaldsonville, La., by guerillas, and hanged, February 20. 1864. The rebels at Kingston, N. C., hung 23 Union prison- ers of war, one a drummer-boy 15 years old, March 6, 1864. Five Union generals and 45 other officers were placed under fire at Charleston, June 15, 1864, and kept there until retaliation compelled the rebels to end their unchristian course. During a tacit truce, the rebels treacherously opened fire upon the Union soldiers outside their works, killing and wounding many, September 1, 1864. An attempt was made, through rebel emissaries, on Nov. 25, 1864, to fire New York city by means of prepa- rations of phosphorus left simultaneously in rooms, hired by the incendiaries, in fifteen of the chief hotels; Bar- num's Museum and several ships were also fired ; some of the fires caught, but none gained much headway. (See Fort Pillow, Mobs, New York Riots, Prisoners.) Barbour, Va., was the scene of a skirmish between the cavalry forces under Pleasanton (U.) and Stewart (R.) Nov. 5, 1862. Rebels driven with considerable loss. BarbouTBville, Va., was the scene of a skirmish, July 12, 1861, without any definite result. Four days later the rebels were defeated at the same place. A battle commenced here September 17, without loss to either side. It was resumed next day, and the rebels whipped. Union loss 1 killed and 1 wounded ; rebel loss 15 killed and wounded. The place was occupied by Union forces without opposition November 4, 1861. REBELLION HEGISTEU. 21 Bardstown, Ky., was the sceue of a skirmish Sep- tember 19, 1861. The Unionists coming up in force, the rebels evacuated the town, which the Unionists occu- pied October 4, 1862. Morgan's guerrillas captured the place July 7, 1863. It was again similarly captured and plundered June 18, 1864; and on January 17, 1865, another band of guerrillas attempted to burn the town. After a heavy fight, the Union garrison drove them out. Barnsville, Ark. — Eebels routed at this place August 26, 1863. Barnwell C. H., S. C, was burned by Sherman's troops February 5, 1865. Bates, Attorney-Greneral, resigned November 30, 1864. Batesville, Ark., was dashed into on February 4, 1863, by a party of Union cavalry, who drove Marmaduke's forces out of the place, killing, wounding, and capturing a great many. Bath, Va. — On January 4, 1862, General Jackson, with a large rebel force, attacked about 1,000 Union troops at Bath. Being overpowered by superior num- bers, the Unionists fell back to Hancock. There was a cavalry skirmish at this place September 8, 1863. Baton Eouge, La., battle of, Aug. 5, 1862. The Union troops were first driven from their position, but rallied and routed the rebels, who left their dead and wounded. Union loss 60 killed, (including General Wil- liams, who commanded the Union forces,) 161 wounded, and 29 missing. The Confederates lost about 600 killed, and a large number wounded and prisoners. An ex- pedition left New Orleans for Baton Rouge December 16, 1862, and the place was occupied by Union troops the next day. The capitol building was destroyed by fire about ten days later. Baylor's Farm, battle of, June 15, 1864. Union vic- tory, the rebels losing 16 guns and 300 piiaoners. Bayou Cache, battle of, June 7, 1862. The advance of General Curtis's army encountered 1,500 rebels, and after a desperate fight of two hours, put them to flight leaving 110 dead on the field. Union loss, 7 killed and 57 wounded. Bayou Coteau, battle of, November 3, 1863. The rebels, 7,000, having raeeived infermatien from degerters 22 HET!?;i.LION REOlJJ'tKR. of the strength and position of the Union forces, 1,600, attacked in force at 12 o'clock to-day. The Unionists were compelled to yield to superior numbers, and were driven about a mile, when a new line was formed. Being reinforced by General McGinnis's division, the Unionists advanced again. The rebels fled, first plundering and burning the captured camp. The Unionists occupied their old camping ground. Rebel loss, about 120 in killed and wounded, and 200 prisoners. Union loss, 26 killed, 124 wounded, and 566 missing. Bayou Metaire Bridge, Ark., battle of, August 27, 1863. General Davidson, with 8,000 men of all arms, met the rebels, 7,000 strong, strongly posted at Bayou Metaire Bridge, and skirmished with them till dark. Bayou Plaquemine, La. — The rebels burned 400 bales of cotton at this place, belonging to poor citizens in the vicinity, April 14, 1864. Bayou Sara, La. — On July 9, 1863, the Unionists were here defeated, losing 210 prisoners. The rebels made a raid on this place, November 9, 1863. (See Port Hudson.) Bay St. Louis, Miss. — A Union raid was made on this place, October 23, 1863, and a number of prisoners re- taken from the enemy. Beal, John Yates, of Virginia, was sentenced, on February 14, 1865, at Fort Lafayette, to be hung as a spy and violator of the laws of war. He was one of the Lake Erie pirates, and concerned in other rebel raids on the Northern frontier. He was hung ten days later. Bealington, Va. — Skirmish and rebel rout, July 8, 1861. Bealston Station, Va.— Mosby's guerrillas, in Union uniform, attempted to capture the forces at Bealston Station, but were discovered in time to frustrate their designs, November 20, 1863. Bean Station, Tenn. — Longstreet turned upon his "pursuers, under Shackleford, at this point, December 14, 1863, and a sharp fight ensued, lasting from 2 P. m! until dark; the Federal forces fell back to Tazewell! Union loss reported at 700 killed and wounded and prisoners; rebel loss admitted by General Gracie who Was wounded and captured, at 900. (See Saltville.) REBELLION EEQISTER. 23 Bear Creek, Mo. — The rebels were routed near thia place, February 5, and also on April 17, 1863. Beaufort, S. C, was found deserted by Commodore Dupont, who arrived there November 8, 1861. The place was occupied by Union forces December 6. There was an indecisive skirmish near this place February 5, 1862 ; also on January 7, 1863. A colored regiment, sent out from this place, returned May 3, 1863, having captured 800 slaves and destroyed $2,000,000 worth of rebel property. Sherman's head-quarters was at this point January 23, 1865. Beaufort, N. C. - General Terry's force in the trans- port fleet, after a boisterous passage, arrived at thia place January 8, 1865, and arranged with Eear- Admiral Porter the attack on Fort Fisher. Beauregard, General, assumed command of the rebels at Charleston, March 4, 1861. (See Anderson.) He relinquished this command May 27, and assumed com- mand of the rebel army at Manassas Junction June 2. He was promoted to the rank of General in the rebel army July 21, 1861. He assumed command of the rebel army in Mississippi March 5, 1862, and three days later made his celebrated "bell call," begging of the planters to send in their bells for conversion into cannon. On January 31, 1863, he issued a proclamation declaring the blockade of Charleston legally raised. On Febru- ary 18 he issued a proclamation to the people of Charles- ton and Savannah, stating the apprehensions of an early attack, and calling upon all able-bodied men to rally, with arms, pikes, scythes, spades, and shovels, for the defense of their homes and families. He protested against shelling Charleston August 22, 1863. And Feb- ruary 6, 1864, he paid a United States tax on property in Memphis. He assumed supreme command of the rebel " Army of the West " October 17, 1864, and was superseded by General J. E. Johnson February 25, 18B5. Beauregard, a privateer, was captured November 12, 1861. Beaver Dam, Va., was occupied by Union cavalry, ■ May 3, 1863, and again by Sheridan's forces, May 9, 1864, who destroyed three long trains of cars, the depot, 24 REEELLION REGISTER. two locomotives, eight miles of railroad and bridges, and an immense amount of supplies, estimated at 1,500,000 rations; 378 Union wounded and prisoners, about to leave for Richmond, were re-captured. Beaver Dam Creek, Va. — A body of Union cavalry from Fredericksburg made a descent on the Virginia Central Railroad, at this place, July 20, 1862, destroyed the railroad and telegraph for several miles, and burned the depot, which contained large quantities of commis- sary and ordnance stores. Beckwith, Mo., was the scene of a brisk skirmish October 13, 1861. Bedford, Pa., was occupied by Milroy's rebel forces June 18, 1863. Belle Boyd, a notorious rebel spy, was captured near Martinsburg, Va., August 29, 1863, and sent to Old Capitol Prison. Belle Plain, La. — The rebels were defeated in a fight at this place May 21, 1863. Belle Station, Tenn., was occupied by Burnside in his retreat on Knoxville, November 16, 1863. Belmont, Mo., battle of, November 7, 1861. Generals Grant and McClernand, who left Cairo with a force of 2,850 men, landed at Belmont at 8 A. M. Immediately forming in line of battle, they advanced on the enemy's camp, and succeeded, after a stubborn resistance, in driving them for some distance and burning their camp. The Confederates being reinforced. General Grant with- drew his army to the boats. The advance and retreat were covered by the gun-boats Lexington and Tyler. Benjamin, J. P., Senator from Louisiana, made a strong secession speech in the Senate December 31, 1860, from which body he withdrew February 5, 1861. He was appointed Attorney-General for the Rebel Government, and July 12 of the same year issued his "retaliatory circular." Bennett's Hills was the scene of a skirmish Septem- ber 1, 1861; casualties slight. Bentonville, Ark., was occupied by Union troops February 20, 1862. Bentonsville, N. C— The 20th Corps, General Sher- man's army, met the enemy at this place, 26 miles sonth- REBELLION UEGXBTEB. 25 west of Goldsboro, Blarcli 19, 1865, where tlieir advance was cliecked until the arrival of the 14th Corps, whibh held the enemy at bay, when the 17tli Corps arrived and flanked the enemy, who left in confusion for Ra- leigh. Berlin, Md. — An important bridge was burned by the rebels at this plafee June 8, 1861. Colonel Geary, with a part of the 28th Pennsylvania volunteers, took pos- session of the place, and shelled the rebels from their positions September 30. Berlin, Ohio. (See John Morgan.) Bermuda Hundred. — General Butler, moving by water from Yorktown, seized this place and intrenched himself May 5, 1864. June 2, a rebel charge was repulsed with severe loss. A short skirmish on February 17, 1865, resulted in a route of the rebels. (See Butler, Grant's report, etc.) Berrett, Mayor of Washington, D. C, was arrested August 24, 1861, on a charge of treason. He was sent to Fort Lafayette. Upon taking the oath of allegiance, was released September 12. Berry's Ferry, Va. — In a skirmish at this place May 16, 1863, 16 men of the 1st New York cavalry defeated 22 rebel cavalry, killing 2, wounding 5, and capturing 10 men. Berryville, Va., was the scene of a skirmish with and capture of a few rebels April 21, 1863. The place was occupied by rebels June 13, after driving out McRey- nolds. General Wright arrived here July 19, 1864, in his pursuit afteir Early, and August 10, after some skir- mishing, Sheridan encamped here. Bertie, N. C. — A party, under Lieutenant-Colonel Maxwell, destroyed at this place, Feb. 26, 1864, over $200,000 worth of tobacco, cotton, pork, etc., and brought away-many horses, mule^, cattle, and wagons. Bertrand, Mo., was the scene of a skirmish December 11, 1861. Berwick Bay, La.— At a skirmish near this place March 18, 1863, the rebels were repulsed, with a loss of 12 killed and 20 wounded. Beverly, Va. — By a forced march. General McClellan captured Colonel Pegram and 600 men at this place 26 REBELLION REGISTER. July 12, 1861. The Union forces were . defeated at the same point April 24, 1863. Beverly Ford, Va. — There was a cavalry fight at this place June 9, 1863, between 15,000 of Stuart's cavalry and the Union cavalry, 9,000 strong, under General Pleasanton. It lasted from 5 A. M. to 3 P. M., when the rebels being heavily reinforced, Pleasanton withdrew, carrying off his wounded and 200 prisoners; also the bodies of his dead officers. The rebels had been driven back from three to five miles. This action frustrated, for a time, -the intended invasion of Pennsylvania. Big Bethel, Va., battle of. — Three regiments of Union tr«ops from Hampton, Va., under G-eneral Pierce, moved about midnight of June 9, 1861, to attack the rebels at Big Bethel. At Little Bethel the advance and main body mistook each other for enemies, and fired, killing 2 and wounding 19. This alarmed the rebels, and the intended surprise was foiled. They then pushed on to Big Bethel, attacked the rebels, and after a fight of two hours' duration, the Union forces were compelled to withdraw. Union loss, 15 killed, 28 wounded, several missing; rebel loss, unknown. This place was occupied by Union forces January 3, 1862, and soon abandoned to the rebels, who again evacuated at the approach of the Unionists March 27, 1862. Big Black River, Miss., was reached by Union forces May 2, 1863, and the battle of the Big Black occurred on the 16th. Grant again a;dvanced toward Vicksburg, met Pemberton, and drove him into Vicksburg, with the loss of 2,600 men and 17 pieces of artillery. The rebels burned the bridge on their retreat. A brisk skirmish was fought near the bridge, without decided result, June 17, and six days later Gen. Osterhaus was attacked at the same place by Johnston's army. After a long engage- ment, Johnston went back again, his army having suf- fered terribly. The guerrilla Johnson was hotly pursued a few miles below the bridge July 6, and the Union forces captured nearly 2,000 men from the rebels at the same place two days later. There was a skirmish on the Big Black, 18 miles below Vicksburg, October 13. Rebels defeated, with a loss of 15 killed and wounded; Union loss 1 kilkd. REBELLION REGISTER. 27 General Sherman's forces, consisting of 25,000 infantry, 1,200 cavalry, and 40 guns, commenced crossing the Big Black February 3, 1864, and the rear guard crossed it on the 7th. The Mississippi Central Kailroad bridge Over the Big Black was destroyed November 27, 1864. Major Crook and the 3d colored cavalry charged across the bridge on the ties, under rebel fire, and carried the defenses. Big Creek, Miss. — The rebels were defeated in a brisk Bkirmish at this place July 11, 1863. Big Hurricane Creek, Mo. — There was a battle at this place October 19, 1861, between 220 Federal soldiers and 400 rebels ; the Confederates were completely routed. Big Mulberry Creek, Ala., battle of, April 1, 1865. General Wilson defeated the rebels under Forrest (com- manding), Chalmers, Rhoddy, and Lyon, taking 4 guns and over 200 prisoners. Big Shanty, Ga., was occupied by McPherson's forces June 8, 1864, the rebels falling back on his approach. Quite a battle, in which the rebels were defeated, oc- curred here June 25. Hood made an attack upon this place October 5, 1864, and captured most of the garrison, but was soon driven out with heavy loss. Biloxi, Miss., and its defenses surrendered to the Union fleet December 31, 1861. Birds Point, Mo., was the scene of a brisk skirmish July 8, 1861. The rebels at this point were routed and dispersed February 28, 1862. The Union forces took 45 prisoners and six guns. Birds Gap, Tenn. — The rebels attacked General Rose- crans at this place September 13, 1863. Bimey, Major General, died at Philadelphia, October 18, 1864. Black Bayou, La., was the scene of brisk skirmishes March 5 and April 5, 1863. Blackburn Ford, Va. — An engagement occurred at this place July 18, 1861, between a reconnoitering party of General McDowell's army and the Confederates. After a fight of a few hours, the Federals were ordered to withdraw, having accomplished their object. Black Jack Forest, Tenn., was the scene of a brisk Bkirmish March 17, 1862. 28 REBELLION KEGISTEE. Black Eiver, Mo., was the scene of a skirmish Sep- tember 12, 1861. Blackville, S. C, was occupied by General William's corps February 9, 1861. Black Walnut Creek, Mo., was the scene of a brisk action November 27, 1861. Blackwater Bridge, Va. — The Union force at this point was overwhelmed by numbers and forced to retire, with a loss of 15 killed and wounded, December 11, 1862, An indecisive skirmish took place on the 26th. Skirmishes occurred March 8 and 17, also June 17, 1863, all resulting in Union victories. , A cavalry force frpm Graat's army made the passage of the river at this point March 18, 1865, destroying a large amount of cotton and other stores. , Blackwell, -N.. C, was occupied by Kilpatriek Feb- ruary 7, 1865. Blair, jr., F. P,, was ordered under arrest by the Erovost-marshal of St. Louis, September 15, 1861. He oifered his resignation as Major-General, to date from Jainuar-y 1, 1864. This he recalled April 20, and on the 23d assumed command of the 17th Army Corps. (His military history beyond this will be found under the appropriate battle headings.) Blair, sen,, F, P., together with Montgomery Blair, arrived at General Grant's head-quarters. December 30, 1864, on their way to Richmond. General Grant refused to pass them through his lines, and they returned. Mr. F. P. Blair, sen., however, within a day or two set out for Richmond, returning on the 6th of January, 1865, and on the 8th again repeated the journey, accompanied by General Singleton. It, was supposed that this time he carried informal peace propositions. He returned on the 18th, having accomplished nothing. His third trip he commenced on the 20th, and on the 26th returned. The result of these several trips was nothing. Blakeley, Ala., and the entire line of works for the defense of Mobile were captured April 9, 1865, including 3,000 prisoners, 2 general officers, 20 guns, and much ammunition. Blandville, ,Ky., was surprised and plundered by guerrillas November 7, 1863. REBELLION KEQISTEE. 29 Blockade,— The President of the United States, April 19, 1861, issued a pi-oolamation, declaring a blockade of the ports of the seceded States, viz.: South Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, Florida, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Texas; and the Secretary of the Treasury ordered that no clearances should be granted to vessels bound south of Maryland. The blockade was actually established as follows: Charleston, S. C, May 11 ; Mississippi Kivor, at Cairo, May 13 ; New Orleans, May 26 ; Savannah, May 28. The rebels blockaded the Mississippi River, at Mem- phis, May 26, 1861. The blockade of New Orleans was modified, and a collector appointed. May 3, 1862. The rebel authorities declared the blockade of Charles- ton legally raised January 31, 1863, and the blockade of Galveston and Sabine Pass raised February 7. These declarations were promptly denied by the authorities at Washington. The blockade, except as to contraband of war, of Nor- folk, Va., Pensacola and Ferdinanda, Fla., was raised by proclamation November 19, 1864. A proclamation was issued April 11, 1865, substitu- ting for the blockade a legal closure of all the Southern ports to trade except so far as some had already been partially and conditionally opened. The following is from the report of the Secretary of the Navy ; PROPERTY CAPTURED AND DESTROYED. Naval men, while animated with the noblest feelings of patriotism, and ready to sacrifice their lives for their country, whose integrity was imperiled, were impressed at first with the conviction that to them, professionally, the war would offer but limited opportunity ; for the rebels were not a commercial people, nor addicted to maritime pursuits. No naval conflicts were anticipated, and it was supposed very few captures would be made; but the efforts of the insurgents, cut off from foreign supplies, and the attempts of unscrupulous foreign ad- venturers to violate the blockade, have rewarded naval vigilance and fidelity with a large number of prizes, many of them of great value. It is a gratifying circum- stance that these prize captures have inured to the 30 EEBELLION EEGISTER. benefit of the naval service instead of privateers — dif- fering in this respect from previous wars. The number of vessels captured and sent to the courts for adjudication, from May 1, 1861, to the close of the rebellion, is 1,149, of which there were : steamers, 210 ; schooners, 569; sloops, 139; ships, 13; brigs and brigan- tines, 29; barks, 26; yachts, 2; small boats, 139; rebel rasas and iron-elads, 6; rebel gun -boats, torpedo-boats, and armed schooners and sloops, 10; class unknown, 7 — making a total of 1,149. The number of vessels burned, wrecked, sunk, and otherwise destroyed, during the same time, were: steamers, 85; schooners, 114; sloops, 32; ships, 2 ; brigs, 2 ; barks, 4 ; small boats, 96 ; rebel rams, 5 ; rebel iron-clads, 4 ; rebel gun-boats, torpedo boats, and armed schooners and sloops, 11 ; total 355 ; making the whole number of vessels captured and de- stroyed 1,504. During the war of 1812 the naval ves- sels, of which there were 301 in the service at the close, made but 291 captures. There were 517 commissioned privateers, and their captures numbered 1,428. That war was with a nation having the greatest commerce on the globe. During the recent war we had no privateers afloat, and the rebels had but a limited commerce from which the prizes of the navy could be made. Nearly all the captures of value were vessels built in so-called neutral ports, and fitted out and freighted in the ports of a government with which we had treaties and were on friendly terms, which had publicly pledged itself to a strict neutrality, and manifested its sincerity, so far as we were concerned, by withdrawing hospitality to our national vessels. The gross proceeds of property captured since the blockade was instituted, and condemned as prizes prior to the 1st of November, amounts to $21,829,543.96 ; costs and expenses, $1,616,223.96; net proceeds for distribu- tion, $20,501,927.69. There are a number of important cases still before the courts, which will largely increase these amounts. The value of the 1,149 captured vessels will not be less than $24,500,000, and of the 355 vessels destroyed at least $7,000,000, making a total valuation of not less than $31,500,000, much of which was British property, REBELLION REOISTEE. 31 engaged in unneutral commerce, and so justly captured and condemned. Bloomiield, Mo., was occupied by the Union forces January 24, 1862. Kebel loss, 80 men, including 12 officers. A battle was fought between this place and Cape Girardeau Aug. 24, in which the rebels were routed, with the loss of 30 killed, 50 wounded, and 16 prisoners ; also arms, ammunition, equipage, etc. The town was attacked by the rebels and abandoned by the Unionists September 11, 1862, who, in turn, drove out the rebels January 27, 1863, and soon left it again to the Con- federates, who were again dislodged March 1, with a loss of 20 men, including their Provost-marshal. The place was occupied by Price September 23, 1864, but his stay was short. Bloomingdale, Gra., 16 miles from Savannah, was occu- pied by Sherman's advance December 10, 1864. Blooming Gap, Va., was captured February 14, 1862, by General Lander, who captured a large number of prisoners and destroyed a large amount of stores. Blount Eidge, N. C, was occupied by rebels April 9, 1863, after driving out the Union forces. Blountsville, Ala., was the scene of a cavalry skir- mish May 1, 1863. Blountsville, East Tenn., was occupied by the Union forces October 14, 1863. The rebels were defeated and driven toward Saltville. Three locomotives and 34 cars were captured. Rebel loss, 8 killed, 26 wounded, and 10 captured; Union loss, 5 wounded. Blue's Gap, Va., was the scene of a rebel route Jan- uary 7, 1862. They lost 15 killed, 20 prisoners, 2 can- non, wagons, tents, etc. Blue's Mills Landing, Mo., was the scene of two skir- mishes September 17, 1861. Blue Springs, Mo., was the scene of a Union defeat March 22, 1863. Blue Springs, Tenn., was the scene of a brisk but undecisive engagement October 5, 1863. Five days later the fight was renewed. The rebels, 6,000 strong, were defeated and driven from the field at sundown. Union loss, 100 killed and wounded; 150 rebels were captured. An engagement at this place August 23, 1864, between 32 REBELLION REGISTER. Gillem's forces and Wheeler's, resulted in the rout of the latter. Bluff Point, Va., (See Booth.) Bluffton, • S. C, was occupied \)j General Stevens (Union) December 21, 1861. The place was burn«d by the Union forces June 4, 1863. Boat Burning; was one of the means resorted to by the rebels to carry out their purpose; a few of the instances are given : Three steamers were set on fire at St. Louis, Septem- ber 29, 1863. The conflagration among the hay barges in New York harbor December 9, 1863, by which $500,- 000 wortli of property was destroyed, was the work of the same class of men. Eight steamers were fired at New Orleans May 21, 1864, and sis steamers burned at St. Louis July 15. ' The United States Steamer "Roanoke," Captain Drew, from Havana for Ne^ York, when just out of Havana, took on board three fe'at-loads of persons claiming to be passengers. The sai©e evening the gang captured the vessel, killing the carpenter and taking possession " for the Confederate States." Their leader was Braine, of the Chesapeake ;aifair. ' He put the passengers aboard a ves- sel, went to Bermuda, and burned the steamer, going ashore in the boats. Boca Chica, Texas, was captured and occupied by General Banks November 2, 1863. The last engagement of the w'ar was fought at this place May 12, 1866. Bogus Proclamation, — Joseph Howard, with a view to speculate in gold, put forth a forged proclamation, pur- Jjorting to emanate from President Lincoln, calling for 400,000 men by immediate and peremptory draft. It wais published ' in the New York: World and Journal of Commerce, May 18, 1864. The military authorities seized these papers and temporarily silenced them, but released them on investigation. Howard was sent to For.t Lafayette. Bolivar, Tenn. — A' severe fight occurred at this place August 30, 1862 ; the engagement lasted seven hours, when, the Union troops being reinforced, the Confede- rates withdrew. The Union loss was 25 killed and wounded. Confederate loss not known. REBELLION REGISTEU. 33 Brisk skirmislies, m eaeh of wliioh the rebels were beaten, occurred at this place February 12 and 13, and March 9, 1863. Near this place, on May 2, 1864, General Sturges routed General Forrest, who retreated burning bridges, etc. Bolivar Heights, Va., was the scene of brisk skirmishes, in both of which the rebels were driven back, October 16, 1861, and November 26, 1862. This place was abandoned by Mulligan's forces July 4, 1864. Bolivar Point, Galveston Harbor, Texas, was attacked and the fortifications destroyed, by the United States frigate " Santee," December 3, 1861. Bollini^er's Mills, Mo., was the scene of a reber rout, July 29, 1862. Bolton, Miss., was occupied by the rebel guerrilla Johnson, July 6, 1863. General Sherman occupied the place February 3, 1864. Boone, N. C, was occupied by General Stonemain's command March 27, 1865. The rebels were driven out, with a loss of 10 killed and 65 wounded and prisoners. Boone 0. H., Va,, was occupied by Union forces, after routing the rebels, September 1, 1861. The town was burned next day. Boone County, Ind., was, for the time, rendered no- torious on account of a body of citizens there resisting the enrollment, about June 15, 1863. Booneville, Mo. — General Lyon attacked and defeated the rebels, under Governor Jackson, at this place, and captured large quantities of military stores, June 17, 1861. Losses not known. Union troops held the town until July 3, when they left it on au expedition toward the south-west part of the State. A brisk but undeci- sive skirmish occurred here September 13, 1861. Price made a speech at this place October 14, 1864, in which he said he had come to redeem the State, and if the people did not rally to his standard they would not have another chance. They were not redeemed, as he understood the term. ' Booneville, Miss., battle of, July 1, 1862.— Colonel Sheridan, of the 2d Michigan Cavalry, with a body of Union troops, defeated 4,700 rebels after seven hours' 2* 34 KEBELLION REGISTER. hard fighting. They left 65 dead on the field. The Union loss was 41 killed, wounded, and missing. Boonesboro, Md., was occupied by the Union cavalry, under Kilpatrick, after driving out the rebel Stuart, July 9, 1863. Booth, J. Wilkes, assassinated President Abraham Lincoln, in his private box, at Ford's Theater, in "Wash- ington, about 10 o'clock on the evening of April 14, 1865. Booth entered the box unobserved by any of the party, and shot the President, the ball taking effect at the base of the brain, and almost coming through at the right temple. The report of the pistol alarming the party, they sprang to their feet. Major Rathbone tried to arrest Booth, who now had a large knife in his hands, and who, after severely cutting the Major in the right arm, rushed to the front of the box and sprang to the stage, some ten feet below, still holding the knife. In jumping down, one of his spurs caught in the folds of a flag adorning the front of the box, which threw him on his knees as he reached the stage, breaking one of his leg bones ; gaining his feet, he flourished his knife over his head, saying, "Sic Semper Tyrannis" — the motto of Virginia — and ran across the stage to the rear, making hia escape through the private door to the alley, mounting a horse, previously placed there by himself, and riding off at full speed. So quickly was it all done, and the audience not seeing into the box, and Booth's jumping on the stage being taken for a part of the per- formance, no one was quick enough to detain him, al- though several pursued him across the stage and into the alley, but were only in time to see him riding for life up the street. Booth had his leg dressed next day by Dr. Mudd, a violent secessionist, living in Maryland, about twenty miles below Washington. After lying concealed for several days in St. Mary's County, Mary- land, Booth and Herold — ^an accomplice in the assassina- tion — crossed the Potomac, into Virginia, at Bluff Point. They made their way southward, but were discovered by Lieutenant Docherty and a party of soldiers, in the baru of one Garrett, three miles from Port Royal. They were surrounded, and summoned to surrender, but refused. Herold, after a time, surrendered, but Booth continued REBELLION REGISTER. 35 to refuse, and to jeer Herold for so doing. The barn was finally fired, and the assassin shot in the head by- Corporal Boston Corbett. He died, after about four hours of the most intense sufiering, April 26. His burial- place no man Jcnoweth. Border State Conveiition, met at Frankfort, Ky., June 3, 1861, and adjourned without accomplishing any thing. Boileau, A. D., proprietor of the Philadelphia Evening Journal, was arrested, under orders from Washington, for treasonable articles in his paper, January 27, 1863. He was released four days later. Boston, Ky., was the scene of skirmishes, each of which resulted favorably for the Unionists, November 5, 1861, and June 13, 1863. Bottoms Bridge, Va., was reached by the Army of the Potomac, and the rebels driven across the Chicka- hominy River at this point, May 17, 1862. One week later, another battle was fought at the same place, re- sulting in the rebels being repulsed. An indecisive skirmish occurred here, July 2, 1863. Butler held the position February 6, 1864, and Sheridan again May 13. Bowling Qreen, Ky., was the scene of a skirmish February 1, 1862. Eebel loss, 5 killed and wounded. No Union loss. The town was evacuated by the rebels, and occupied by the advance of G-eneral Buell's army, under General Mitchell, February 15. The Unionists soon left the place, and again occupied the town Sep- tember 7. The Union forces for the relief of Nashville passed through this place October 31. Bradyville, Tenn. — A force of 1,000 cavalry and 1,000 infantry encountered a division of Morgan's cav- alry at this place, and, after a severe engagement, drove them from the town, with the loss of 8 killed, 30 wounded, and 9 officers and 80 privates captured; 300 saddles and a collection of official papers were captured. The Union loss was about half that of the rebels. Bramlette, Governor of Kentucky, on January 1, 1864, ordered that five rebel sympathizers be arrested for every loyal man taken by the guerrillas. His proc- lamation protecting fugitive slaves from rebel owners was issued February 13. On March 16 he remonstrated against the employment of slaves by the United States. 3 '36 ESBELLION REGISTEE. Brandon, Miss, waa occupied by Johnson, in Mis re- treat, J-uly 21v 1863. Sherman, after a brisk skirmish, occupied the place March 7, 1864. Brandon Parms, Va., was captured January 23, 1864, by Union raiders, who also captured 30 rebels, 100 ne; groes- and 30,000 pounds of pork, all without losing a man. Brandy Station, Va., battle of, August 4, 1863, be- tween 6,000 of Stuart's caTalry and three brigades of Union cavalry and Major Brockhaus's artillery. The fight lasted from 2 o'clock till night, when Stuart re- treated. He stated his loss at 6 killed, 18 wounded. (See Beverly Ford.) Branchviile, S. C., was evacuated by the rebels Feb- ruary 11, 1865, and occupied by Sherman's forces next day. Eraslier City, La., was capttn-ed June 22, 1863, by the Unionists, who were driven out two days later ; but again reoccupied it, routing the rebels, July 22. Brazos Island, Texas, was occupied by General Banks's "Texas Expedition" November 2, 1863. Breckenridge, J. C, was expelled from the United ■States Senate December 4, 1861i He openly joined the rebels October 21. Brentwood, Tenn. (See Nashville.) Briar Forks, Mo. (See Carthage,' Mo.) Bridge Burning was extensively carried on dilring the entire continuance of the rebellion. Some instances were as follows: Baltimore mobs burned all bridges east, north and north-east of and near that city, .April 19 and 20, 1861 ; an attempt to burn the Monocacy bridge (iron) May 12; Baltimore and Ohio Railroad bridge burned by the rebels May 16; Alexandria and Lou- don Railroad bridges destroyed May 25 ; and at about this rate for over four years. Bridgeport, Ala., was occupied by General Mitchell's forces April 29, 1862. The rebels, in their retreat, abandoned their arms, stores, etc., losing 72 killed and 350 prisoners. Bridgeport, Tenn. — Near this place, on, October 2, 1863, occurred a terrific explosion of a train-load of •ammunition. REBELLION UEGISTER. 37 Bridgetown, Tenn., was occupied, and the bridge destroyed, July 7, 1863, by Bragg, in his retreat before Rosecrans. Bright, Jesse D., of Indiana, was expelled from the United States Senate February 5, 1862. Bristol, Tenn., was occupied by Morgan's guerrillas December 13, 1864. (See Saltville.) Bristow's Station, Va., was captured by guerrillas March 9, 1864. They also captured 40 of the 30th Pennsylvania cavalry. Britton's Lane, Tenn. — On September 1, 1862, a small force of Union troops defeated a large force of rebels at this place after a fight of four hours, the reb- els leaving 175 dead on the field. Union loss, 5 killed and 51 wounded. Broad £,an, near Drainsville, Va.,' was the scene of a skirmish April 1, 1863. Unionists defeated. Brookville, Md., was occupied by the rebels June 28, 1863. Brown's Ferry, (Tennessee Eiver, near Chattanooga,) battle of, October 27, 1863. — The rebels attacked Gen- eral Hooker's force at 12 midnight, and a severe fight ensued, which continued two hours with lighter work, until 4 A. M. Every attack was repulsed, and the rebels driven from every position they assailed. The result was important, as it removed from this point the ob- structions to steamboat navigation, and secured the way for army supplies. Hood's army — consisting of about 20,000 men and 10 guns — escaped across the Tennessee River near this place, December 28, 1864. Brownsville, Mo., was captured and partially burned by guerrillas, October 16, 1863.- Brownsville, Tenn., was the scene of brisk skirmishes, all resulting favorably for the Unionists, December 5, 1861, July 29 and October 24, 1862, and September 1, 1863. Brownsville, Texas, was captured by G-eneral Banks, and occupied by his Texas expedition November 3, 1863. The place was opened to commerce not "contraband of war " February 18, 1864. Brownell, F. E. (See Ellsworth.) 38 REBELLION REGISTEE. Bruinsbnrg, Miss., was occupied by Union forces April 30, 1863. Brunswick, Ga., was captured by Commodore Dupont's fleet March 2, 1862. It was made a port of entry July 1, 1862. Bucbanan, James, in bis message December 3, 1860, upon the opening of the second session of the XXXVI Congress, denied the right of any State to secede, and also denied the right of the General Government to pre- vent secession. December 4, he sent Mr. Trescott to Charleston to "request a postponeanerU" of hostile action until Congress could decide upon remedies in the case. At an extra session of the Cabinet, December 13, Presi- dent Buchanan opposed the reinforcement of the forts in Charleston harbor. On the 30th of December, in reply to the application of the South Carolina Commis- sioners, he refused to receive them in an ofScial capacity. We leave him here, simply remarking that he retired from the Presidential chair an object of detestation and pity to almost every citizen. Buokhannon., Va., was the scene of a rebel rout, July 1, 1861. The guerrillas captured the town, burning the public stores, August 30, 1862. Buckner, General. (See Fort Donaldson.) Buel, Oeneral Don Carlos, was assigned to the com- mand of the Department of Kentucky November 9, 1861, and was relieved from the command October 24, 1862. Buffalo Hill, Ky., was the scene of a skirmish Octo- ber 3, 1861. Union loss, 18. Rebel loss, 60. Buffalo Mills, Mo., was captured by Union forces, and the rebel camp there broken up, October 22, 1861. Bufflngton, Ohio. (See John Morgan.) Bull's Bay, S. C, was held by General Potter's Union force operating in concert with General Sherman, Feb- ruary 13, 1865. Bull's Gap, Tenn., was fortified and occupied January 10, 1864, by General Longstreet's force, numbering about 35,000 infantry and 12,000 cavalry. The rebels advanced from this position, but were forced to retreat to it February 20, with the loss of much camp equipage. They retreated toward Virginia March 31. (See Salt- ville.) REBELLION EEGISTEB. 39 Bull Bun, Va. — At 5 o'clock on the morning of July 21, 1861, the Federal army broke camp at Centerville and moved upon the rebel works in five divisions, com- manded respectively by General Tyler and Colonels Hunter, Heintzelman, Eunyan, and Miles. Richardson's brigade of Tyler's division was ordered to make a feint by way of Blackburn Ford, while the remainder of that division moved by way of Stone Bridge, strongly de- fended by the rebels with artillery. Heintzleman's division, by cutting a road through the woods, took posi- tion on the run about midway between Tyler and Hunter. Miles's division was held in reserve at Center- ville, and to check any attempt of the rebels to turn our left flank, and Runyan's was seven miles nearer Washing- ton. Both Tyler and Heintzleman, by making feint attacks, engaged the enemy's attention, while the main body, under Hunter, made a detour to the right. After passing Cub Run, and crossing Bull Run at Sudley's Springs, three miles above, they attempted to turn the enemy's left flank. This had, in a measure, been accom- plished, when the enemy, finding the attack on his right was only a feint, commenced to strengthen his left. This being perceived, Heintzleman was ordered to press his attack to prevent this movement of troops. He succeeded in driving back the enemy from the bridge far enough to allow Sherman and Keys's brigades of Tyler's division to cross over and drive the enemy's right. This being ac- complished, the balance of Tyler s division crossed, and the engagement became general along the whole line. After a severe fight of over six hours, when the Federals had nearly won the field, and the enemy almost disheart- ened, the rebels were reinforced by Johnston's army from Winchester. The suddenness and strength of this onset, and in the midst of the security felt on a field so nearly won, was sufficient to create disorder, which, in spite of all the efforts of the officers, resulted finally in a panic. The Union force engaged did not exceed 20,000; while that of the rebels was, according to their own accounts, 40,000 on the field and about 25,000 in reserve at Ma- nassas Junction. Union loss, in killed, wounded, and missing, was 2,708 ; that of the enemy, 1,902. After the battle, Colonel Enstein, with the 27th Pennsylvania, 40 REBELLION REGISTER. brought off six pieces of artillery whicli had been aban- doned in the retreat. A battle was fought at Groveton, near Bull Kun, on August 29, 1862, which lasted from daylight until dark, resulting in a Union victory. The battle was renewed next day, and is usually designated as "the second battle of Bull Bun." General Pope's forces, having fallen back, were attacked by the Confederates- under General Lee, on the old field of Bull Bun. The fight raged fiercely all day, and with great slaughter. The Union left wiig had been pressed back half a mile, but the right still held its ground. After the battle, the whole army fell back to Centerville. The Army of the Potomac occupied the old battle-field June 15, 1863, and there occurred a brisk skirmish there four months later. Bunker Hill, near Martinsburg, Va. was, on July 15, 1863, the scene of a skirmish approaching a battle, be- tween General Patterson's advance and the rebel cavalry under Stuart. The Confederates were defeated and driven two miles. The place was occupied by Union" forces March 5, 1862. Burbridge, Brevet Major-General S. G., was appointed August 7, 1864, to command the Military District of Kentucky. (See Saltville.) Burk's Station, Va., was occupied by Wilson and Kautz June 23, 1864. They destroyed the railroads in each direction, and repulsed the rebels twice. Burksville, Va., was held by General Sheridan April 5, 1865, thus effectually preventing Lee from retreating in that direction. Burley, the Lake Erie pirate, was, on January 20, 1865, committed by Recorder Duggan, at Toronto, for surrender to the United States. After a hearing and argument of the case, he was so surrendered, at Suspension Bridge, Pebruary 3. Burnside, General A. E., was appointed to the com- mand of the Army of the Potomac November 7, 1862. On the 14th he divided his forces into three corps, under Generals Sumner, Franklin, and Hooker, with the 11th Corps as a reserve, and the next day took up his march toward Fredericksburg. He occupied Falmouth on the EEBELLION REGISTER. 41 17tli, and on tlie 21st General Sumner demanded tte surrender of Fredericksburg. He threatened to burn the town in case of refusal, and allowed sixteen hours to re- move non-combatants. The Mayor asked for a longer time. General Sumner acceded. Active hostilities were again resumed December 11, by the Union forces shelling Fredericksburg. Having laid their pontoons, the Fed- erals passed the river under a terrific fire. The crossing continued on the 12th, when the city was taken. The next day General Burnside moved on the rebel works south of the city. The ground here is in the form of plateaus, from a quarter to half a mile wide, on t\^e first of which stands the city ; on the third or upper one was. the rebel position, fortified with great skill and strength, and commanding every approach. The middle one was the principal battle-ground. Franklin moved against the rebel right, while Hooker attacked the center. Several charges were made by the Union troops, but they failed • to make any impression, and night found the two armies in the same position as in the morning. The Union losses were 1,512 killed, about 6,000 wounded, and about 700 prisoners. Skirmishing continued on the 14th and 15th, and during the night of the 15th and the morning of the 16th the Unionists recrossed to the north bank of the river before the rebels were aware of the move- ment. Every man and all property was removed. Gen- eral Burnside, on the 19th, in a letter to the President, assumed the responsibility of the defeat at Fredericks- burg, and asked to be relieved from his command. His resignation was not accepted, however. He renewed it, however, and on January 24, 1863, was relieved by Major-General Joseph Hooker. His further military history will be found under the appropriate headings. Burnside's Expedition, consisting of about 125 vessels of various sizes and descriptions, many of them collected from the merchant service for the occasion, sailed from Fortress Monroe January 11, 1862. After encountering a heavy storm, the advance of the expedition arrived at Hatteras Inlet, N. C, on the 19th. Some two weeks were occupied in getting ready for active operations, which commenced February 7, between the- Union fleet and the rebel batteries on Roanoke Island, assisted 4 42 REBELLION EEGISTBR. by their gun-boats stationed behind a row of sunken ships. By nightfall several of the gun-boats had been disabled, and several of their guns dismounted. During the night General Burnside landed his troops, about 4,000 strong. In the morning about 1,000 additional were landed. The position vra,s so well chosen, and the attack so stubbornly resisted, that several of the stronger works had to be carried at the point of the bayonet. Toward the close of the day, both flanks of the rebel works being turned, they surrendered. Union loss, 30 killed and 200 wounded. Rebel loss, 16 killed, 40 wounded, about 3,000 prisoners, six forts, mounting forty-two guns, 3.000 stand of small arms, and immense quantities of military stores. About 9 o'clock on the morning of the 10th, Com- mander Rowan, with fourteen gun-boats, engaged the Confederate fleet which had escaped from Roanoke, off Cobb's point, N. C, and before 10 o'clock, two batteries on shore were silenced. Five of the rebel vessels were burned by their own crews, two were abandoned, one was captured, and Elizabeth City surrendered and was occupied by the Union forces next day. (See Newbern.) Burnt Ordinary, Va., was the scene of a cavalry skirmish, January 19, 1863. Burton's Ford, four miles from Charlottesville, Va., was captured by General Custar, February 29, 1864. At two o'clock A. M., he surprised a cavalry camp, blew up six caissons, and destroyed the camp equipage • and captured 20 prisoners. Bushy Creek, Indian Territory, 180 miles from Fort Smith, Ark., was the scene of a brisk engagement on December 9, 1861, between the Union Indians and the Confederates. Butler, Benjamin F., was appointed Brigadier-Gen- eral of volunteers from Massachusetts, April 17, 1861, and the same day started for AVashington. Baltimore being in the hands of the secession mob, and the rail- roads destroyed, rendered passing directly through it impracticable. On the morning of the 20th, his command left Philadelphia and reached Annapolis, via Havre de Grace at midnight. His forces were next morning landed, and, repairing the railroad as they went, com- KEBELLION EKGISTER. 43 menced their march to Annapolis Junction, and thence to the Kelay House, which he occupied May 5. Moving from this place on the evening of the 13th, apparently for Harper's Ferry, he planted himself on Federal Hill, thus commanding the city of Baltimore, awing into quiet the secession mobocrats there, and reopening a safe transit for troops and citizens through " My Maryland." He received his commission as Major-Greneral May 16, was assigned to the command of Fortress Monroe on the 20th, and two days later assumed that position. On the 27th, he declared in relation to fugitive slaves coming within the Union lines : "These men are contraband of war; set them at work." General Butler was relieved of his command by Gen- eral Wool, August 16. He assumed command of the forces in the Department of Virginia — exclusive of those in Fortress Monroe — on the 22d, and, co-operating with Commodore Stringham, captured the forts at Hatteras Inlet on the 29th. , On February 22, 1862, he was assigned to the com- mand of the land forces to co-operate with the navy in the attack on New Orleans. Sailing from Hampton Roads February 24, he reached Ship Island March 21, and four days later his troops joined him at that point. He landed at New Orleans May 1, and in a few days transformed the city from a " mob-ridden community " to a peaceable, if not a contented city. He found the city without supplies, and the poorer classes, and many of those in moderate circumstances, on the verge of starva- tion. This he, in some measure, remedied- by gathering stores from the country, and levying an assessment upon those who had previously subscribed to the $1,250,000 loan for the defense of New Orleans against the United States. These measures brought in the produce and money which was mainly expended in cleansing the city, then in a very filthy condition. May 13, he forbid the observance of " Jeff. Davis's fast-day." The famous order concerning the women of New Orleans, which caused so much stir, was issued May 15. General Butler says its success was immediate and perfect. $800,000 was seized i'- fh-y office of the Netherlands' Consul Maly 10. The 44 REBELLION EEGISTEB. city oJEoials were suspended Jung, 2, and new ones ap- pointed two days later. For a full account of his action in New Orleans see Parton's " Butler in New Orleans." General Butler was relieved, December 4, of his com- mand, and turned the same over to General Banks on the 15th. On his return North, he was received, with hearty enthusiasm in Philadelphia, New York, Boston, Baltimore, and other places. November 11, 1863, he assumed command of the Department of Eastern Vir- ginia and North Carolina, with head-quarters at Fortress Monroe. The "War Department relieved him of this command, but General Grant, on July 19, 1864, rescinded the order and added the 19th Corps to his former force. November 5, General Butler assumed command of the "forces in New York City, arriving and to arrive, to meet existing emergencies." The troubles there settled, he resumed his command before Richmond on the 15th. General Grant relieved him of this command January 6, 1&65, General Ord succeeding. On the 8th, in his farewell order to his troops, he made an attempt to show the injustice of his removal. (See Grant's Report.) Butte a' la Eose, La., was oeoupied, and the rebel fort there captured' by the Union gun-boats, April 20, 1863. Buzzard's Eoost Pass, Ga., was attacked by General Sherman May 8, 1864. The Union forces under General Thomas attacked in front, while McPherson made a flank movement. The rebels evacuated and retreated to Kesaca. Union loss, about 700 killed, wounded, and missing, there being an unusually large number of slightly wounded. Cabin Creek, Kansas. — The rebels 1,500 strong, under Sturdevant, on September 19, 1864, captured a train worth $1,000,000 at this place. ' Cainsville, Tenn., was the scene of a cavalry skirmish February 15, 1863, resulting in a Union victory. Cairo, Ills. — General Grant, with a force of 3,500, left this place November 6, 1861. They landed three miles above Columbus. ~Ky. A reoonnoitering ezpedition, 5,000 strong, under Gen- erals Grant and MoClernand, left this place January 10, 1862, for the vicinity of Columbus, Ky. The expedition ■REBELLION REGISTER. 45 was highly successful, pepetrating to within three miles of Columbus and returned to Cairo on the 21st. A great naval expedition left this place March 15, 1862, Cairo, a United States gun-boat, was destroyed by a rebel torpedo' on the Yazoo Eiver December 18, 1862. Caleb Gushing, a United States revenue cutter, was, on June 26, 1863, cut out of Portland (Maine) harbor by a rebel crew. Two steamers, the Forest City and Chesapeake, were started in pursuit, and pressed the cutter so hard, that the rebels next day burned her and took to their boats to escape, but were all captured and taken to Port Preble. Calhoun, Fort, on the Rip Eaps, Hampton Roads, was changed in name to Fort Wool March 18, 1862. Calhoun, Ga., was attacked by the rebel General Wheeler August 15, 1864. He had previously cut the railroads at that pointv The demand to surrender was refused, and the rebels driven by a charge of the colored troops, then holding the place. Call for Troops. (See Conscription.) Camden, Ark., was the scene of a brisk skirmish, April 2, 1864, between the rebel General Shelby, and Steele's rear guard. The rebels were repulsed, with a loss of about 100. Another battle ensued on the 19th, when the place was held by General Steele until the 26th, when he retreated to Little Rock. Camden, N. C, was, on April 19, 1862, occupied by General Reno, after a sharp skirmish with the rebels. The Union troops afterward retired to the main army at Newbern. The rebels lost 60 men ; the Nationals, 12 killed and 48 wounded. ' Cam^n, Simon, was called into Mr.' Lincoln's Cabi- net, as Secretary of War, March 5, 1861. In October of that year, he, in company with Adjutant-General Thom^fi and suit, made a tour of observation and iji- speotilm;; through the Western military departments. His runiored loose way of making contracts and disburs- ing money was very unsatisfactory to the people, and he resigned his place in the Cabinet January 11, 1862, and was 'afterward appointed Minister to Russia, Camp Alleghany-. , (See Alleghany.) 46 REBELLION REGISTER. Camp Dick Hobinson, Ky., was occupied by the rebels, Tinder Bragg, October 12, 1862, but evacuated next day. A lively skirmish occurred here March 26, 1863. Camp Einneg'an, Fla. — General Seymour's advance, under Colonel Guy V. Henry, pushed forward into the in- terior of Florida on the night of February 9, 1864, passed the rebel line of battle at Camp Finnegan, surprised and captured a battery three miles in the rear, took 100 pris- oners, 8 pieces of artillery, and valuable property to a large amount, and reached Baldwin, Florida, at sunrise next morning, without loss; the rebels at Camp Finnegan, 500 strong, hastily retreated on the passing of the cavalry column, and the infantry coming up, took possession of the camp. The rebels on March 2 retook the camp from the Federals, driving them to within three miles of Jacksonville. The rebels lost 30 killed and wounded. Campbell's Station, Texas. — A fight occurred here November 17, 1863, resulting in a rebel victory, and lasting from late in the morning until dark ; Union loss, about 250 killed and wounded. Campti, La., was the scene of an engagement between the forces under Colonel Gooding and Harrison's guer- rillas, April 4, 1864. Unionists repulsed. Canada Raids, — During the summer and fall of 1863, rumors of rebels in Canada planning raids upon our frontier were numerous and apparently authentic. No- vember 11, Lord Lyons, the British Minister at Washing- ton, officially informed Government that the Governor- General of Canada had informed him of a rebel plot to invade the United States, destroy the city of Buffalo, and to liberate the rebel prisoners at Johnson's Island, near Sandusky, Ohio. January 17, 1864, 3,000 rebels were reportefjfft Point Pelee, Canada, preparing for an attack on Johnson's Island. July 18, a band of rebel refugees from St. John's, N. B., made a bold attempt to rob the City Bank at Calais, Maine, but were handsomely repulsed and driven out of the town by the home-guards. Great excitement was caused upon the northern fron- tier of Ifew York by rumors of an extensive raid about August 10 to 15. REBELLION REGISTER. 47 Detroit was several times tlireatened, and it was only saved by the promptness with which the loyal citizens .took up arms against the rebel invaders and their resi- dent sympathizers. The citizens patrolled the streets, and on the night of December 7 nearly the whole city was under arms. On September 19, a body of rebels, disguised as trav- elers, took passage on the merchant steamers " Island Queen" and " Parsons," with the plan of capturing both of^them, and then, with the help of another party down the river, capture the United States gun -boat " Michigan." The " Michigan," however, captured most of the party, after they had sunk the "Island Queen," and abandoned the " Parsons." A number of accomplices, citizens of Sandusky, were concerned in the plot. They were ar- rested. Numerous rumors were circulated of raids planned and about to be executed ; many, no doubt, truthful, but the vigilance of our people prevented any very large depredations. (See Beal, and St. Alban Raid.) Ganby, General, assumed command of New York July 17, 1863, vice General Brown, relieved. He relieved General Banks of the command of the Department of the Gulf May 21, 1864. He was severely wounded, November 6, by a rifle shot through the thigh, in White River, Arkansas. Cane Hill, Ark. — General Blunt, by a forced march, met and attacked Marmaduke's rebel forces at this place November 28, 1862. The fight raged over twelve miles of ground. The Confederates retreated, with heavy loss, toward Van Buren. The rebels attempted to drive out our forces Decem- ber 6, biff^were themselves driven back. Cane Biver, La., was the scene of a brilliant Union victory March 28, 1864. The Unionists, 8,000 strong, under Mower and Dudley, defeated the rebel force of 12,000, under Taylor. A spirited engagement took place at this point April 24. The fight lasted three hours. The rebels lost 500 men and 9 pieces of artillery; Union loss, about 400 killed and wounded. Canon de Chelle was occupied by Kit Karson Jan- 48 REBELLION BEGISTER. uary 31, 1861. He drove out the Navajos, killing 23 and taking 150 prisoners. Canton, Miss., was captured by Union forces Feb- ruary 4, 1864. Sherman's army encarhped bere March ■ h. Canton, Ky., was captured- by *he Union forces August- 22, 1864. Cape Girardeau, Mo., was attacked by the rebels, 8,000 strong, under Marmaduke, at 11.20 A. M., April 26, 1863; after tvo hours' fighting.-fhey were repulsed, and retreated toward Bloomfield. ' Their loss was about 60 killed, 200 wounded, asd a large number of prisoners ; the Union loss was 20' kj^Uted and wounded. Carlisle, Pa. (See. Pennsylvania Invasion.) Carmel Church, Va.- — A Union cavalry expedition, July 23, 1862, met and defeated a body of rebel cavalry stationed near this place, burned their camps, etc' An hour later a large body of Stuart's cavalry came up to attack them, and these, too, were defeated, driven across the North Anna Eiver, and pursued till within' sight of Hanover Junction. Carnifex Ferry, near Summerville, Va. — A battle was fought at this place September 10, 1861. The engage- ment commenced at 3 o'clock A. M., between the Con- federate army, under General Floyd, and the Union forces, under General Roseorans. The rebels had 5,000 men and 16 guns in position, in intrenchments, almost inaccessible.' The advance, under Colonel Lytle, drove a strong detachment into the inside fortifications. The fight soon became general. Colonel Smith's 13th Ohio attacked the enemy's left, (his weakest point,) while Colonel Lowe's 12th Ohio engaged the front. Colonel Lowe was killed at the first discharge. As night ap- proached, the fight grew more furious, when Colonel McCook led in his German brigade. Night coming on, the men were withdrawn, and slept on their arms. During the .night Ployed evacuated his intrenchments precipitatelyj and retreated over the Gauley River, de- stroying the bridge and sinking the boats. The Federal '■•forces were too much exhausted to pursue. The Union loss was 15 killed and 70 wounded ; 25 prisoners, taken by the rebels at Cross Lanes, were recaptured. REBELLION REGISTER. 49 Carolina Iron Works, near Winchester, Va., were destroyed April 16, 1865. These works were furnishing the rebels from 75 to 100 tons of iron per day. Carrick Ford, Va., was the scene of a brisk engage- ment July 14, 1861. Rebel G-eneral Garnett was killed and his troops scattered. The Union loss was 13 killed and 40 wounded. • Carringfton, General, commanding in Indiana, reported to Governor Morton the existence of a secret military organization in that Statfe, opposed to the Administration, June 28, 1864. Carrol Station, Tenn., was captured September 30, 1864, by General Gillem, after driving out the rebels uncjer Vaughan. Carroltou, Miss., was captured by the Union forces, and the grain, mills, and stores there destroyed, March 8, 1864. Carrsville, Va., was the scene of a skirmish, May 15, 1863. Carter's Creek.— On April 27, 1863, Colonel Walker, with a force of Union cavalry, surprised a rebel camp on Carter^s Greek Pike, near Franklin, Ten*., and routed them, killing 2 and wounding 10, and capturing 138 men, 150 horses, and 100 mules. The Unionists suffered no loss. Carthage, Mo., battle of, July 5, 1861.— The Con- federate troops, under Governor Jackson, marching toward Carthage, were met by Colonel Sigel, at the head of 1,500 men, at Briers' Forks, seven miles north of that place. A fight ensued. After two hours' fight- ing, the Confederate ranks were broken and their artillery silenced. Rallying again, they attempted to outflank Sigel, who, discovering it feigned a retreat, which drew the enemy into a compact mass, when Sigel opened fire right and left, with great slaughter. Sigel finally fell back to Carthage. The Confederate loss estimated from 300 to 500. Union loss, 13 killed and 31 wounded. ' Carthage, Tenn., was the scene of brisk skirmishes March 26 and May 30, 1863, both resulting in favor of the National forces. Cass, Hon. Lewis, Secretary of State in Buchanan's Cabinet, resigned December 14, 1860. The cause of 3 50 REBELLION REGISTER. General Cass's resignation was the refusal of the Presi dent to reinforce Fort Moultrie. Cassville, Gra., was occupied by Sherman's forces, May 19, 1864. Catawba Indians offered their services to Crovernor Pickens, of South Carolina, January 24, 1861. • Gatlett's Station, Va. — The rebels attacked a train of sick and wounded soldiers at this place August 22, 1862. • - _ A brisk cavalry skirmish occurred -here January 10, 1863. Mosby's guerrillas made an attack on this place, but were handsomely repulsed. May 30. Cave City, Ky., was occupied by the rebels. May 11, 1862, who destroyed two trains of cars, including the locomotives. Cedar Creek, Va., was occupied by Sheridan's cavalry August 12, 1864, the place having been just evacuated by Early's forces. (See Grant's Report.) Cedar Keys, Fla., was captured by the Union forces January 17, 1862. Cedar Mountain, Va., battle of, August 9, 1862. — The Confederiftes, under Jackson, advanced across the Kapidan, and marched against the Unionists, under Gen- eral Banks. General Banks advanced to meet them, and at 6 o'clock P. M. the battle opened. It raged severely for about two hours, when the Confederates fell back under cover of the darkness. The Union loss was 1,500 killed, wounded, and missing. The Confederate loss not known, but supposed to be about 2,500. Cedar Point was occupied by Colonel Moore's brigade March 18, 1865. Celina, Tenn., was captured, and the rebel oamp there broken up April 18, 1863. Centralia, Mo., was the scene of a shocking barbarity on September 27, 1864. A band of guerrillas captured a train on which were between 40 and 50' veteran Union soldiers ; these wete taken out and murdered in cold blood, except about 10, who escaped. The next day they ambushed Major Johnson's militia, 150 men, who were in pursuit, killing about 100 o£ them, including the commanding officer. Centerville, Va., was pvacuated by the rebels March REBELLION REGISTEK. 51 7, 1862, and occupied by the Unionists three days later. A battle was'fought near this place August 28, between the Federals under McDowell and Sigel, and the rebels under Jackson. The enemy was completely routed,, with the loss of 1,000 prisoners, many arms, and one gun. The place was held Until September 3, when it was abandoned, the Union forces falling back toward Wash- ington. It was many times taken and retaken during the rebellion. Centerville, La., was evacuated by the rebels April 13, 1863. Chalmette Batteries, on Lake Pouchartrain, in the rear of New Orleans, were evacuated by the rebels April 25, 1862. Qhambersburg, Pa. (See Maryland and Pennsylvania Invasion.) Chambersburg, Md. (See Maryland and Pennsylvania Invasion.) Champion Hill, (See Baker's Creek.) Chancellorsville, Va., was occupied by General Meade's force April 30, 1863. The rebels attacked him next day, when an engagement of an hour and a half ensued, without decided result, to be renewed with more fierce- ness the' next day. The rebels, 40,000 strong, under Jackson, attacked Hooker's right; but were only partially Successful. The 11th Corps, which received the first shock, broke, but reinforcements being promptly sup- plied, the rebels were checked ; they captured,- however, 12 pieces of artillery. Greneral Sickles penetrated the rebel column, completely cutting it, but the retreat of the 11th Corps compelled his recall. Finding the com- munications with Greneral Sickles interrttpted, Gene- ral Hooker ordered a night attacR^ at 11 o'clock. The rebels were driven back and communications restored. General Sickles brought oflF 400 prisoners. The battle again opened on the morning of the 3d, at -five and half o'clock, and raged with terrible slaughter till eleven and a half. The rebels made several ineffectual attempts to break the Union lines. Over '2,000'prisoners were taken. Generar Sedgwick stormed an'd carried Marye's Hill and the heights of Fredericksburg, and drove the rebels back on to the rear of Lee, and bringing the rebel army 52 REBELLION REGISTEK. between Sedgwick and Hooker. Lee afterward recovered Chancellorsville, and drove Hooker a mile and a half toward United States Ford. " Stonewall " Jackson was severely wounded in this fight. The day following (the 4th) the rebels retook Fredericksburg, forcing Sedgwick to retire. He crossed the river and rejoined Hooker. On the morning of the 5th, General Lee, being heavily reinforced, attacked Hooker, and a fierce battle ensued. Hooker was driven back, and forced to recross the Rap- pahannock. The Union loss in these battles was 1,720 killed, 9,518 wounded, and about 2,500 missing. The rebel loss unknown, but supposed to be 15,000 men. Chantilly, Va., battle of, September 1, 1862.— The battle lasted nearly an hour, and the rebels w%re driven back at all points. Major-General Kearney and Briga- dier-Greneral Stevens were killed in this action. This was the last of the battles fought by the Army of Vir- ginia on their retreat. The losses on both sides wore heavy; that of the Unionists was set down at 1,000 killed, 6,000 wounded, and 2,000 prisoners; Confederate loss not known definitely. The army fell back toward Washington. Chapel Hill, Tenn., was the scene of a Union victory March 4, 1863. Rebel loss, 12 killed, 72 captured; Union loss, 10 wounded. Chaplin Hill, near Perry ville, Ky., battle of, October 8, 1862. — The rebels under Bragg, Buckner, and Mar- shall attacked the Union forces under Rousseau. The battle lasted several hours without a definite decision. It was renewed next morning, and before night the enemy had been driven nearly ten miles, with great slaughter, and corupletely routed; Union loss, 490 killed, 1,560 wounded, and 150 missing. Rebel loss known to have far exceeded that of the Federals'; 640 dead rebels were buried by the Union troops. The Federals cap- tured 17 guns, 500 prisoners, and 100,000 rounds of ammunition. diapmansville, Va., was the scene of skirmishes September 25 and October 2, 1861. The latter was a brisk engagement. Both resulted favorably to the Unionists. Charles City Cross-roads, near White Oak Swamp, REBELLION REGISTEE. 53 Va., the battle of, June 30, 1862.— This fight lasted nearly the whole day. As the troops neared the James River, the gun-boats opened fire and caused great havoc in the rebel ranks ; they were again checked, and night closed the battle. Losses heavy on both sides. Charleston, 111. (See Mattoon.) Charleston, Mo., was the scene of a brisk but unde- cisive skirmish August 18, 1861. The following day the battle was renewed with considerable loss to each side, and on the 20th resulted in a rout of the rebels. Union loss, 1 killed, 8 wounded; rebel loss, 40 killed and 17 prisoners. The place was. abandoned by the Union forces, and soon again*oecupied by the rebels. A rebel camp was dispersed October 2. The same operation was repeated August 19, 1862, with a rebel loss of 4 killed, and 19 prisoners, 27 horses, and 100 stand of arms captured. Charleston, S. 0. — The authorities seized the Cus- tom-house, Post-office, and Arsenal in this city, raising over them the Palmetto flag, December 28, 1860. Port Moultrie, Castle Pinckney, and the batteries previously erected, were manned the same day. The work of building batteries (on shore and floating) progressed until the attack on Fort Sumter. (See Anderson.) Notice was given April 8, that no United States ves- sel would be allowed to enter the harbor. Nearly half the city was burned December 11. The " stone fleet " was sunk in the harbor on the 19th and 20th, and a second one January 23, 1862. The blockade of this port commenced May 11, 1861. Two gun-boats and three smaller vessels attacked the blookaders January 31, 186.3, and for a short time dis- persed the inner line, whereupon General Beauregard issued, a proclamation that the blockade was legally raised. This was promptly denied by the Washington authorities. A fleet of seven iron-clads, under com- mand of Commodore Dupont, arrived ofi' Charleston April 5, crossed the bar next day, and on the 7th made an attack on Fort Sumter ; but, after an action of 30 minutes, in which several of the fleet were disabled, they were compelled to withdraw. In this action the rebels had 300 guns, while the fleet had but 34. The 54 REBELLION REGISTER. Keokuk was so badly injured that she sunk soon after- ward, and fell a prey to the rebels. The rebel loss in the action was 6 wounded; the fleet lost 2 or 3 killed and 10 wounded. On July 10 a fleet of 27 iron-clads and 25 trans- ports made an attack on the rebel works on Morris Island. After a fight of three and a half hours, Gen- eral Grilmore efi'ected a landing, and immediately com- menced the erection of batteries against Forts Wagner and Gregg, on the north end of the island, and which commanded the approaches to the city. About 150 Unionists were killed, wounded, and captured in this action. Eleven heavy guns were captured from the rebels. The Union flag was raised over Fort Wagner next day, but the Unionists were again driven out, with a loss of 350 men. The siege, by regular approaches, was then commenced. The Unionists took 500 prison- ers on Folly Island August 2. The rear wall of Fort Sumter was breached August 12, and it was bombarded by 200-pound Parrots on the 14th, and an attack in force was commenced on the 17th, at daylight, the shore batteries bombarding Sumter, while the fleet engaged Wagner and Gregg, silencing Wagner and nearly silencing Gregg. The fleet retired at 2 P. M., but the shore batteries kept up a cannonading all day and night. The attack continued, and General Gilmore on the 21st demanded the surrender of Sumter and Mor- ris Island, with the alternative of shelling Charleston in 4 hours. He opened fire upon the city at midnight of the 23d, and next day reported Sumter practically demolished. He occupied Wagner and Gregg Septem- ber 7, the rebels having evacuated in the night, leav- ing 75 men, 36 guns, and some ammunition. An at- tempt was made to occupy Sumter, but the party was repulsed, on the 8th, losing 110 men. The magazine of Moultrie was exploded the same day. The rebels lost 700 men on the 15th, in the struggle for Morris Island. Then, for months, the two parties looked at each other, with occasional bombardment. June 15, 1864, 50 Union Generals were placed under fire at Charleston, but retaliation occasioned their removal. The rebels, on the approach of Sherman, evacuated the REBELLION EEGISTEH. 55 place February 17, 1865, and the Unionists next morning marched in to find the lower part of the city in ruins, and take possession of 450 guns. On April 14 General Anderson, aided by Sergeant Hart, raised upon Fort Sumter the same flag the Sergeant . lowered there when the fort surrendered four years before, thus symbolically fulfilling Mr. Lincoln's j)romise to repos- sess the forts and places belonging to the United States. An oration was delivered in the fort by Rev. H. W. Beecher, with other appropriate ceremonies. Charleston, Va., was occupied by the Union troops February 28, 1862. 64 men of the 7th Illinois Cav- alry charged upon 90 rebel cavalry and a battery of ar- tillery, under Jefi^. Thompson, and captured four guns, and put the rebels to flight, losing only one man, who was taken prisoner. The town was soon abandoned by the Union forces, and again occupied by them October 16. Skirmishes occurred here November 20, 24 and 26. A squad of Union cavalry was captured at this place May 15, 1863, but recaptured the following day, bring- ing with them 50 prisoners. The rebels surprised and captured the garrison at this place October 18, 1863. Five hundred men, be- sides a quantity of supplies, were taken. The rebels lost -5 killed and 20 wounded. Charlotte, N. C, was the location of the Branch U. S. Mint. This was seized by the rebel State authorities April .21, 1861. Charlottesville, Va., was occupied by Sheridan March 3, 1865. He here captured a large number of prison- ers. Chartres, Due de, and Count de Paris, "the French princes," entered the United States service, as aids to General McGlellan, September 24, 1861. Chase, Hon. Salmon P., was called into Mr. Lincoln's Cabinet as Secretary of the Treasury, March 5, 1861. To him is due the development and practical working of the financial policy of the Government during the rebellion. He tendered his resignation — rumor said on account of the people's dissatisfaction with the Cabinet — December 19, 1862. The President declined accepting 56 REBELLION KEGISTEK. it, and he continued in his position until June 30, 18647 when his resignation was accepted, Hon. W. P. Fessenden, of Maine, succeeding him. He was appointed Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States December 6, 1864. This is the highest and most honorable ' office in our Government which can be filled by appointment, and was tendered to Mr. Chase by the President, and heartily indorsed by the people, as a fitting tribute to a man able, up- right, and patriotic — the man for the place. Chattanooga, Tenn. — The rebel batteries at this place were silenced June 17, 1862, and the- town occupied by Bragg July 13, 1863. The place was shelled by the Union forces under Colonel Wilder — Rosecrans's advance — August 21, and the investment proper commenced ten days later. The place was shelled almost continually until Septem- ber 7, when the rebels evacuated, and the tJnion forces took possession. G-eneral Rosecrans thus gained a most important and almost bloodless victory. In about 23 days the Army of the Cumberland had marched 300 miles, carrying 45 days' rations, and cap- tured one of the most powerful natural strongholds in the United States. The Union loss in this was six men, four of these being killed accidentally. The Union troops cautiously followed the rebels, with daily fight- ing, until the rebels, being heavily reinforced, they, on the 16th, with a force of 16,000 men, attacked Negley's division, 5,300 strong, at Bird's Gap, Northern Georgia, and drove them three and a half miles. Negley lost 35 men, killed, wounded, and missing ; he afterward recovered his ground. Rosecrans concentrated his army on the west of Chiokamauga River, 12 miles from Lafayette, Georgia; Bragg, strongly reinforced by Longstreet's corps, from the Rappahannock, being in position on the east side of that river. GMckamauga, the battle of, was commenced Septem- ber 19. About 11 o'clock Bragg attempted to flank the left of Rosecrans's army. General Thomas's corps moved from the center to the left to counteract this move- REBELLION REGISTER. 57 ment. Longstreet's corps was opposed to Thomas. The left wavered a little, but rallied, and, the whole corps adyancing, the rebels retreated, and were driven a mile and a half, when Thomas was compelled to halt by the center not advancing. At 2 P. M., Polk's and Hill's corps, of the rebel army, were hurled against McCook and Crittenden, which they succeeded in break- ing and driving back ; but the Federals being rein- forced, the rebels were driven back, and the Union army occupied its original ground. The battle was reopened the next day at 8:30 A. M., by a fierce attack on the left of the line under Thomas, but the attack was unsuccessful. Thom- as's nien had constructed a breastwork of rails and logs, and maintained their ground against the repeated as- saults of the enemy. The right and center, being vig- .orously attacked, broke in confusion. Thomas, finding himself alone, retreated to the base of a spur of the Mission Ridge, and here, being reinforced by two brig- ades of the reserve and portions of the other corps, he repulsed the rebels, and maintained his position till dark, saying the army. At night he fell back to Ross- ville. The Union losses in the two days' battles were 1,644 killed, 9,262 wounded, and 4,945 missing; total, 15,851. The rebel reports place their, loss at 16,499, killed and wounded, and 1,500 prisoners. On the afternoon of the 21st the rebels made another attack on General Thomas, holding the rear of the army in its retreat, but they were repulsed, and the army fell back without interruption to near Chattanooga, which they, within a few days, occupied. Fighting was a daily occurrence until the army moved toward Lookout Mountain, which see. Chattahoochie River, Ga., was reached by Sherman's forces July 1, 1864; they were all across on the 16th. Cheat Mountain, Va., was attacked by the rebels September 12, 1861, but were repulsed. The attack being renewed the next day, they were again repulsed with heavy loss. Cheraw, S, C, was occupied by Sherman's forces, under Howard and Mower, March 3, 1865. The bridge .3* 58 BEBELLION REGISTEK, at this place, and a train of cars with some military stores, were destroyed. Cherokee Indians. — A large proportion of them seceded and joined the Confederates, August 23, 1861. The National Council, however, met, and on February 26, 1863, repealed their secession ordinance, abolished slav- ery, and disqualified those who continued disloyal. Cherokee Station, Ala. — 2,500 men of the 15th Corps, under General Osterhaus, encountered 5,000 rebels, under Loring and S. D. Lee, at this place, October 21, 1863 ; the fight lasted an hour and a half, when the rebels fled, and were driven into their intrenchments at Tuscumbia. Chesapeake, a merchant steamer, was seized about 1 o'clock A. M. of December 7, 1863, by Henry Osborne, a coast pilot of St. Johns, New Brunswick, and 15 others, 20 miles north-north-east of Cape Cod ; they had shipped at New York as passengers ; the second engineer, Mr. Shafi"er, was killed, the captain and crew placed in irons, and the pirates took the vessel toward St. Johns, where they landed on the 9th. She was recaptured in Sambro Harbor, near Halifax, on the 17th, by the U. S. gun-boat " Ella and Anna." The capture having taken place in a British harbor called forth an explanatory correspond- ence between Lord Lyons and Secretary Seward, the resnlt of which was that the Chesapeake and her pirat- ical captors were handed over to the British authorities at Halifax for adjudication. The pirates, on landing, were received with acclamations by the sympathizing citizens, who rescued them from the Government officers ; they were again taken and, after a hearing, were by a police magistrate committed for surrender to the United States authorities. This committal was, on March 10, 1864, overruled by a judge of the higher - court. The pirates were then liberated. Chester Gap, Va., was the scene of cavalry skirmishes November 5, 1862, and July 22, 1863. Chickahominy Eiver, Va., was crossed by the retreating rebels at Coles Ford May 7, 1862, and at Bottom's Bridge on the 17th, followed by McClellan in •pursuit on the 23d. McClellan in his retreat crossed it August 18. (For further items, see appropriate headings.) REBELLION REGISTER. 59 Chickasaw, Miss. — The rebel boats Muscle and Sallie Wood were captured at tbis place February 8, 1862. Chickamauga. (See Chattanooga.) Chickasaw, Ala., was occupied March 21, 1865, by General Wilson's cavalry on a raid to the central portion of the State. Chickamacomico, near Hatteras Inlet, N. C, battle of, October 5, 1861. — The battle was opened by an attack of 4,000 rebels driving the 20th Indiana from their camp. The Union troops retreated to that part of the island where the light is situated. The gun-boat Mon- tieello hastened to their relief, and shelled the rebels for four hours, while they were attempting to embark in their boats. The slaughter is represented as terrible. Night coming on, the Confederates made their escape. Chuckatuck, Va., was the scene of a skirmish April 23, 1863. Cincinnati, 0., was. threatened by the approach of Kirby Smith ; and September 2, 1862, martial law was proclaimed and the Ohio "Squirrel Hunters" invited out. The city was fortified, and all put in readiness for an attack, which on the 10th was seemingly imminent. A reconnoisance in force on the 12th found the enemy had fallen back. Martial law was again proclaimed July 11, 1863, on the approach of John Morgan, which see. Cincinnati, Union gun-boat, was sunk opposite Vicks- burg. May 26, 1863. City Point, Va., was shelled August 3, 1862, and entirely destroyed on the 28th. Sheridan occupied the place March 26, 1865, and the day following President Lincoln, Generals Grant, Sher- man, Sheridan, and others, held there a consultation preparatory to a move of Grant's army. Clarksville, Tenn., surrendered, without an engage- ment, to Flag-officer Foote, February 19, 1862. The place, with large amounts of Federal property, was, on August 20, surrendered to the rebels, without resist- ance. Colonel Mason, 'the commander, had been previ- ously denounced as a coward by General Sherman. The Union forces again captured it January 4, 1863. Cleveland, Tenn., was the scene of a brilliant skir- 60 REBELLION EEGISTER. mish November 27, 1863, in which Wheeler's cavalry were put to flight. They returned, however, as soon as the Union forces were gone, and January 9, 1864, con- scripted nearly every man in the place. Clincll River, Tenn., was the scene of a skirmish December 2, 1863. Eebels defeated. Clinton, La., with the rebel provost-marshal, 30 men, stores, and ammunition, was captured by the Unionists October 6, 1864. Clinton, Miss., was captured by the Union forces May 6, 1863. It was again captured August 24, 1864, the rebels losing 30 men, including a colonel, killed; 150, including a major, wounded, and $500,000 worth ■ of property. Clinton, Mo., was the scene of a skirmish March 30, 1862. Clinton, N. C, was the scene of a brisk skirmish May 19, 1862. Clinton, Tenn., was destroyed by Union troops Feb- ruary 18, 1863. Cloyd Mountain, Va. — A battle was fought at this place May 9, 1864. The rebels were defeated, with a loss of three guns, 1,000 men, killed, wounded, and missing, including General Jenkins, killed. Union loss, nearly 500. Cobb, Howell, Buchanan's Secretary of War, robbed the Grovernment, resigned his position December 10, 1860, and left for the South February 4, 1861. He was elected President of the Montgomery Convention. Cochran's Cross-roads, Miss., was the scene of a rebel defeat September 8, 1862. Union force, 380; rebels, 750. The rebels were driven nearly three miles. Cockpit Point, on the Potomac, was the scene of an engagement January 2, 1862, between the rebel bat- teries at this place and the U. S. gun-boats "Anacosta" and " Yankee." The place was captured by the Poto- mac flotilla March 9. Cockspur Roads, Ga., was the "scene of an attack upon the Federal fleet November 26, 1861., Coffeville, Miss., was the scene of a cavalry engage- ment December 5, 1862. Cold Harbor, near New Bridge, Ya., was the scene REBELLION REGISTER. 61 of a cavalry skirmiBh May 24, 1862. Eebel loss, 65 killed, 15 wounded, 40 prisoners. Union loss, 45 killed and wounded. One wing of Grrant's army occupied the place May 30, 1864. Cold Knob, Va., was the scene of a rebel surprise November 26, 1862. Union loss, none. Kebel loss, about 100 prisoners. Cold-water, Miss.— On September 9, 1862, Colonel Grierson's cavalry skirmished with the enemy at Coch- ran's Cross-roads and Coldwater Bridge, Miss., killing 4 and taking 70 or 80 prisoners. And on February 19, 1863, a reconnoitering party from Yazoo Pass surprised 200 rebel cavalry at Coldwater, and routed them, killing 6, wounding 3, and capturing 15, without loss to the Federals. Cole, Camp, Mo., was the scene of a brisk battle be- tween the secessionigts and the Union Home-guards January 19, 1861. The Unionists were victorious. Cole's Island, 'nine miles from Charleston, S. C, was occupied by Union troops March 27 and 28, 1863. CoUiersville, Tenn., was captured by Union forces, and General Geary, commanding the rebels, was taken prisoner, November 3, 1863. Colored Soldiers. — The subject of enlisting colored men into the United States' army called forth much dis- cussion, for and against it, in both military and polit- ical circles. The first regiment, composed of freed- men, was organized at Port Royal, S. C, on January 25, 1863. An act authorizing the enlistment and pro- viding for the payment of colored troops soon after became a, law, and recruiting went briskly on-. As this act first read, the colored men received less bounty and less pay than the whites, but April 29 they were, in these respects, put upon the same footing. The rebels were very much excited upon this ques- tion. They talked about the indignity, the insult, and the "Southern heart being fired," and so on; and the authorities threatened instant execution of the officers of -colored regiments, and the execution or enslavement of the troops'when taken prisoners. General Hunter, commanding at Port Royal, S. C, addressed a letter upon this subject, threatening "retaliation" in kind, to 62 EEBELLION REGISTER. JefiF. Davis, April 23, and President Lincoln, on July 30, proclaimed retaliation upon rebel prisoners if the barbarous proceedings were enacted. The valor and fighting qualities of the colored troops was demonstrated first at Milikin's Bend, June 6, and afterward confirmed on many a battle-field. A remarkable revolution of sentiment was observed upon this subject, bothjit the North and South. The enlistment of colored troops was opposed, ridiculed, and denounced by many at the J^orth, who, before the close of the year, were but too well satisfied to pay a poor negro man a large bounty to "go. as substitute" for them. The rebels, too, who were so violently shocked at the idea when first broached, were converted to the belief that "niggers would, could, and should fight;" and February 18, 1865, General Lee urged upon the Confederate authorities and Congress the benefit, expe- diency, and absolute necessity of conscripting the negroes to help establish their own bondage. Columbia, Ark. — On June 6, 1864^ General A. J. Smith, of Red River celebrity, met Marmaduke near this place, with two regiments, and drove them back. His forces advanced to the enemy's second position, and a brisk artillery duel was kept up, until, under heavy fire, his men ceased using their guns, and dashed into the enemy's lines and drove him back. Loss, about 125 on each side. Colunibia, Ky., was the scene of a brisk skirmish January 18, 1865 ; the rebels were defeated with a loss of 8 men ; Union loss, one slightly wounded. Columbia, Pa. (See Pennsylvania Invasion.) Columbia, S. C. — One of the rebel prisons, in which were stowed brave Union soldiers, was located at this place. The place was evacuated by Beauregard, upon the approach of Sherman, February, 17, 1865. The place was occupied by the Union troops for three days, and then evacuated as they continued northward. Columbia, Tenn., was the scene of a brisk engage- ment, October 22, 1863 j Captain Bunch, with 60 men, defeated 200 of Hawkins's guerrillas, killing 9, wound- ing several, and taking 12 pfisonera. REBELLION REGISTEE. 63 The rebels were also defeated here in skirmishes on October 29 and November 3. Columbia, Va., was occupied by Union cavalry, and the James River Canal destroyed, May 3, 1863. Columbia, a United States war vessel of 44 guns, was, in anticipation of a rebel attack, destroyed at Gosport Navy-yard April 20, 1861. Columbia, a United States gun-boat, was stranded at Masonboro Inlet, N. C, January 15, 1863. She was destroyed by the rebels next day. Columbine, a United States gun-boat, was captured by the rebels, on St. John's Eiver, Fla., May 23, 1864. Columbus, Ga., was captured by the Unionists April 12, 1865. Colnmbns, Ky., was occupied by 7,000 rebels, under Generals Pillow and Polk, September 7, 1861. There was a gun-boat action near this place January 11, 1862, and three days later the gun-boats made a reconnoissauoe to the town. After some fighting for several days, the rebels commenced its evacuation, the Union troops occupying the place March 3. It was found entirely deserted, and almost totally destroyed. Several guns and a large quantity of military stores, abandoned by the Confederates, fell into Union hands. Columbus, Ohio, was not during the rebellion exempt from those who sympathized with secession. On October 31, 1863, a conspiracy to release the prisoners in the Ohio Penitentiary and Camp Chase and McLean Bar- racks came to light. Six of the leaders were arrested. Columbus, a United States war vessel of 94 guns, was, in anticipation of a rebel attack, destroyed at Gosport Navy-yard, April 20, 1861. Commerce, Mo., which had been captured by the rebels, was recaptured by the Unionists August 19, 1861. It was soon afterward abandoned, and about December 24 was again occupied by the rebels. Concordia, Ark., was burned December 7, 1862, in retaliation for the burning of the U. S. Steamer Lake City, by guerrillas at that place the day previous. Confederate Cong^ress. — The South Carolina State Convention, on December 27, 1860, called a convention 4 64 REBELLION RE6ISTEE. of such slaveholding States as in tie mean time should have seceded from the Union, to meet at Montgomery, Ala., February 4, 1861. The Convention met, and on the 9th adopted a. provisional frame-work of govern- ment for the "Confederate States of America." This provisional constitution was, on March 11, superseded by the permanent (?) Constitution. (See Confederate Constitution.) The Convention, after adopting the pro- visional Constitution, elected JefiEerson Davis and Alex- ander H. Stevens as " Provisional President and Vice- President," to hold office until their successors were elected and inaugurated. The Convention, on February 12, took charge of all questions pending between the seceded States and the United States. The Congress met at Montgomery, and after providing for the establishment of the " Army of the Confederate States of America," March 9, ratifying President Davis's Cabinet appointments, and some similar work, adjourned. They reassembled at the same place April 29, and May 21 adjourned to meet at Richmond, July 20, having, in the mean time, among many other things, authorized Jeff. Davis to accept all the volunteers that offered, and authorizing the issue of $50,000,000 in C. S. A. bonds, running 20 years and bearing 8 per cent, interest. The first regular Congress of the C. S. A. convened at Richmond February 18, 1862. Representatives from all the slaveholding States, except Maryland and Delaware, were present. The adjournment of this session, upon the approach of the Federal army and threatened capture of Ri'chmond, April 22, was hasty, informal, and exciting in the extreme. To attempt any extended history of the enactments of this body is beyond the province of this work. Their last, and to the country their most pleasing enactment, (to adjourn shie die,) passed unanimously, March 15, 1865. , ' Confederate Constitution. — This document, which was adopted J)y the Montgomery Convention March 11, 1861, was su^tantially a copy of the Federal Constitution, except in the following particulars : The President and Vice-President were to be elected tor a term of six years, and the former not eligible to REBELLION REGISTEE. 65 re-election while lie was in office. He could not remove appointed officials, except members of his Cabinet, with- out the consent of the Senate. The heads of Depart- ments might each be accorded a seat on the floor of each house, with the right to discuss any measure per- taining to his department. The more important differ- ences will be seen from the following extracts. " No bounties shall be granted from the Treasury ; nor shall any dTities or taxes on importations from for- eign nations be laid to promote or foster any branch of industry. _ " The citizens of each State * * * * shall have the right of transit and sojourn in any State of this Con- federacy, with their slaves and other property; and the right of property in said slaves shall not be thereby impaired. " No slave or other person held to service or labor in any State or Territory of the Confederate States, under the. laws thereof, escaping or unlawfully carried into another, shall, in consequence of any law or regulation therein, be discharged from such service or labor; but shall be delivered up on claim of .the party to whom such slave belongs, or to whom such service or labor may be due. " The Confederate States may acquire new territory. * * * * In all such territory, the institution of negro slavery, as it now exists in the Confederate States, shall be recognized and protected by Congress and by the Territorial Government ; and the inhabitants of the seve- ral Confederate States and Territories shall have the right to take to such territory any slaves lawfully held by them in any of the States or Territories of the Con- federate States. " The importation of negroes of the African race, from any foreign country, other than the slaveholding States or Territories of the United States of America, is hereby forbidden, and Congress is required to pass such laws as shall effectually prevent the same. " Congress shall also have power to prohibit the intro- duction of slaves from any State not a member of, or Territory not belonging to, this Confederacy. "No clause contained in the Constitution shall be 66 KEBELLION KEGISTER. construed to delegate the power to Congress to appro- priate money for any internal improvement intended to facilitate commerce, except for the purpose of furnish- ing lights, beacons, and buoys and other aids to naviga- tion upon the coasts, and the improvement of harbors, and the removing of obstructions in river navigation, in all which cases such duties shall be laid on the naviga- tion facilitated thereby as may be necessary, to pay the costs and expenses thereof." Confiscation. — The subject of confiscating the prop- erty of those in rebellion was warmly discussed both in and out of Congress. A bill "to confiscate property used for insurrectionary purposes," etc., approved August 6, 1861, providing for the inimediate confiscation of all property belonging to office-holders under the Confed^ erate G-overnment, and confiscation within sixty days after the President's Amnesty Proclamation (which see), of all property belonging to disloyal . citizens, or privates in the Confederate army, was passed the House July 11, 1862, and the Senate the next day; and after a slight modification, suggested by the President in his veto of the same, on constitutional grounds, it was again passed by both houses on the 16th, and approved, becoming a law the next day. On July 22 the President issued an order that prop- erty needed for the support of the armies of the United . States should be seized, an account being kept of the same. Congree River was crossed by Sherman's forces Feb- ruary 16, 1865. Congress met, pursuant to the call of the President, in extra session July 4, 1861. The principal acts passed were the confiscation, war tax, tariff, and military bills. The latter authorized the raising of 500,000 men and $500,000,000 in money. The action of this body upon confiscation, conscription, currency, amendment to the Constitution, etc., will be found under these and other appropriate heads. Consorip-tion. — The first draft was ordered August 4, 1862, and was for 300,000 men for 9 months. This order made a great commotion in many places — was applauded and denounced. Foui: days after the order REBELLION EEGISTER. 67 for the draft, the War Department ordered the arrest of all persons discouraging enlistments, and passports were denied to persons liable to draft, until the order ■was filled. On September 8 the restrictions on travel were re- scinded, and arrests for disloyalty forbidden, except by ■ direction of the Judge- Advocate at Washington. On May 8, 1863, the President issued a proclamation declaring what shall constitute the national forces, and declaring also that no plea of alienage will be received from any foreign-born citizen after. 65 days from the date of the proclamation. June 15 100,000 men were called oiit for six months, to repel rebel invasions. October 17 a call was made for 300,000 men, to be drafted January 5, if not sooner raised by volunteer- ing. On February 1, 1864, the President ordered a draft for 500,000 men, to take place the 10th of March, if not raised by voluntary enlistments by the 1st of March. This order included a former call for 300,000. A call for 200,000 men to supply deficiencies and form a reserve for the draft, to be made on the 15th of April, was made March 14. July 18 a call was made for 500,000 men, to be raised by volunteering within 50 days; otherwise the deficiency to be drafted September 5. The last call was made December 19, for 300,000 men, the deficiency to be drafted February 15, 1865. The enforcement of the draft was the occasion of mobs in many places. (See mobs^ Constitutional Amendment. (See Appendix.) Contraband, a term for fugitive slaves who came within the Union lines, and soon became a slang or dis- tinguishing term for all negroes. Was first used by General Butler, May 27, 1861. Coosa River, S. C, was crossed in a captured ferry- boat by General Bousseau, July 13, 1864. He was immediately attack-ed by about 5,000 rebels, whom he defeated, driving them southward. Co"rbin and Graw, convicted of recruiting for the 68 REBELLION REGISTER. rebels within the Union lines, were executed at San- dusky, May 15, 1864. Corcoran, Michael, was taken prisoner by the rebels, and on November 10, 1861, was . held by them as hostage for the pirate Smith, convicted at Philadelphia. He was, with other officers, held until August, 1862, reaching Fortress Monroe on the 16th, and New York on the 22d, where he was received with great enthusi- asm. He shot Colonel Kimbal, April 30, 1863, for refusing to give the countersign. A court of inquiry exonerated him from all blame for so doing. He did gallant serv- ice during the war, and met an untimely death by a fall from his horse, December 22, 1863, from the effects of which he expired in convulsions soon after. Corinth, Miss., was, during the war, the scene of many a conflict, ranging in importance from small to great. Brisk skirmishes were fought April 24 and 29, 1862, and on the 30th the railroad communications north were cut by the Union forces. On May 8, four companies of the 7th Illinois Cav- alryj reconnoitering, charged upon two regiments ot rebel infantry near this place. The rebels lost 30 killed and wounded, and 4 prisoners ; Union loss, about 20 killed and 50 prisoners. On the 16th and 17th, the two armies were maneuvering, their pickets skirmishing, and a Union loss of 44 killed, wounded, and missing ; rebel loss, 40 dead left on the field, and 100 wounded. Skirmishing continued, with approaches to battles, on the 21st, 24th, 2eth and 27th, in which the Unionists were uniformly successful. On the 28th, the rebels were driven back, with considerable loss. They left 30 dead on the field ; Union loss was 25 killed and wounded. The day fol- lowing, Beauregard, who commanded the rebels, evacu- ated the place, and the next day it was occupied by the Union forces, under General Halleck. The rebels had destroyed every thing they could not carry away, and for five miles along their route the roads were filled with arms, equipments, and stores. The Unionists took over 2,000 prisoners. The victory was followed up, and June 4 General Halleck reported that General Pope REBELLION REGISTER. 69 was thirty miles south of Florence, Ala., with 40,000 men, and pushing the enemy hard. He had captured 10,000 prisoners, and 15,000 stand of arms and 9 loco- motives. Early on the morning of October 4, the combined rebel forces, under Van Dorn, Price, and Lovell, attacked the Union lines at Corinth. The fight lasted until night closed the contest. The Unionists were driven back into the town. The battle was renewed early next morning, by the Confederates ad- vancing to the attack. The battle raged fiercely till noon, when the rebels, being repulsed, broke and fled The Confederates numbered in this fight 38,000 men ; while General Rosecrans, who commanded in person, had not over 20,000. The Union loss was 315 killed, including General Hackleman, 1,812 wounded, and 232 missing. The Confederate loss was 1,423 killed ; wounded estimated at 5,692; 2,248, including 137 officers, taken prisoners ; 3,300 stand of arms, 14 stand of colors, together with vast quantities of stores of all kinds. The rebels were pursued forty miles in force, and sixty miles with cavalry. On the 5th, Generals Ord and Hurlbut overtook the retreating rebels at the Hatchie River, where they made a stand. After seven hours' hard fighting, the rebels fled in great disorder, leaving their dead and wounded and 400 prisoners. Nearly 1,000 stand of arms were taken here. The Union loss, 500 killed and wounded. January 25, 1864, Corinth was evacuated, and the Memphis and Charleston Railroad abandoned by the Federal troops, who concentrated at Memphis, preparatory to a movement forward. Corpus Christ! Pass, Texas, was captured by Union forces under Banks, November 15, 1863. Cortez, General, reviewed the Army of the Potomac, September 28, 1863. Corydon, Ind. (See Morgan's raid.) Cottage Grove, Tenn. — This place is near Bradyville, which see. Cotton. — The export of this staple was prohibited by the rebels May 26, 1861. Cotton Burning was extensively done by both parties, in which way it is estimated that one-h?,lf of all the cotton in the South- was consumed. 70 UEBELLION REGISTER. Cotton Hill, Va., was besieged from October 30 to Norember 7, 1861. Count de Paris. (See Cbartres.) Courier, tlie, of Louisville, was denied the mails Sep- tember 18, 1861, on account of its alleged sympathy with the rebels. Cove Station, Va., was reached and occupied by Sheridan March 6, 1865, on his way to Lynchburg. Covington, Ky., was in great commotion ^during the threatened attack upon Cincinnati .in September 1862, and slight skirmishing occurred near it on the 12 th of that month. Covington, Tenn. — On March 10, 1863, Colonel Grrierson,-with the 6th and 7th Illinois Cavalry, sur- rounded Eichardson's guerrillas, near Covington, and captured them ; 25 were killed. Another haul of guerrillas was made near the same place on the 16th. Cox's Mills, Va., was the scene of a skirmish August 2, 1862. Crab Orchard, Ky., was reached by the Federals October 15, 1862, in their pursuit of Bragg. The rebels were about 45,000 strong; Union forces less than 20,000. Union loss, 600 killed, 2,000 wounded. Eebel loss, 1,350 killed and 2,100 wounded. Crany Island, Va., was bombarded by the Union forces May 8 and 9, 1862, and abandoned by the rebels on the 10th. Cripple Creek, Tenn., was the scene of a brisk skir- •mish May 16, 1863, in which 18 rebels were taken prisoners. Crittenden Compromise. — This measure was intro- duced into the United States Senate December 18, 1860, and its author, John J. Crittenden, Senator from Ken- tucky, in its defense, made a very strong Union speech on the 22d. A committee of 13, appointed to devise a means of settlement between the North and South, voted down this measure on the 20th. . It was virtually killed in the Senate January 16, 1861, by the adoption of " Clark's substitute," " that the Constitution is good enough and secession ought to be put down." The fol- lowing is the material portion of the measure : REBELLION REGISTER. 71 " To renew the Missouri line of 36° 30' ; pi-ohibit slavery north, and permit it south of that line ; adinit new States ■with or without slavery, as their constitutions provide ; prohibit Congress from abolishing slavery in States, and in the District of Columbia so long as it exists in Mary- land and Virginia ; permit free transmission of slaves by land or water in any State ; pay for fugitive slaves rescued after arrest ; repeal the inequality of commis- sioners' fees in the Fugitive Slave Act, and ask the repeal of Personal Liberty Bills in the Northern States. These concessions to be submitted to the people as amendments to the Constitution, and, if adopted, never to be changed." Cromwell, Ky., was the scene of a brisk' skirmish October 28, 1861. Cross Keys, Va., battle of, June 8, 1862. — General Fremont attacked Stonewall Jackson at Cross Keys, 7 miles from Harrisonburg, Va., at 8:30 o'clock in the morning, and drove him out after a severe fight. The Union loss was about 600 killed, wounded, and missing ; rebel loss unknown. Cross Lanes, Va., was the sconce of a skirmish August 21, 1861. Crump Hill, near Natchitoches, La., was the scene of a cavalry skirmish and rebel defeat March 30, 1864. Crystal Springs, Miss., was burned by the Federal forces May 11, 1863. Culpepper, Va., was the head-quarters of G-eneral Pope August 8, 1862. There was a cavalry skirmish here August 1, 1863 ; and on September 13, General Pleasanton's cavalry drove the rebels through the place, and captured 5 guns and 104 men ; the 2d Army Corps afterward occupied the place. The Union Army fell back to this place October 9, and on November 9, 700 rebels, were taken prisoners, about a mile from the town. Culpepper C. H., Va., was captured by the Unionists May 2, 1863. Culp's Farm, Ga.,,was the scene of a hard battle June 22, 1864. The rebels attacked Sherman's forces, while the latter were crossing Moses Creek, but were ^gpulsed several times with great loss. 72 REBELLION EEGISTER. Cumberland, Md. (See Pennsylvania Invasion.) Cumberland, Va., was the head-quarters of General McClellan, and the scene of a brisk skirmish May 13, 1862. On August 2, 1864, General Kelly was attacked at Cumberland, by the rebel raiders under Bradley Johnson and McOausland. The rebels were routed, after a severe fight, losing caissons, wagons, and a large quantity of their plunder. General Kelly pursued them toward Old Town. Cumberland Gap, Tenn., near the Virginia and Ken- tucky line, is a place about which clusters many a war incident. It was occupied by Zollicoffer in his retreat November 13, 1861. On March 22, 1862, a reoonnois- sance in force was made from Cumberland Ford to this place. The rebel pickets were driven in, and firing commenced early in the morning, which continued all day, without any definite results. The Gap was occupied by the Union forces under General Morgan June 18. Skirmishing was of almost daily occurrence. In an engagement August 7, the rebels lost, in killed and wounded, 125 men; tJnion loss, 3 killed, 15 wounded, and 50 prisoners, large quantities of forage, tobacco, stores, horses and mules. General Morgan destroyed every thing of value as war material, and evacuated the place September 17, and, though surrounded by the enemy, he succeeded in sav- ing his command, which reached Greenupsburg on the 3d of October. It was occupied by General Bragg October 22. On September 8, 1863, the place, with 2,000 men and 14 pieces of artillery, under rebel General Frazer, sur- rendered, without firing a gun, to General Shackelford ; 40 wagons, 200 mules, and a large quantity of commis- sary stores were captured. A three hours' skirmish occurred January 29, 1864, on the Virginia road, 13 miles from this jjlace. Colonel Love, with 1,600 cavalry, 400 only of whom were mounted,, with no artillery, held his position till dark, and then fell back 3 miles to camp. Nine hundred rebels surrendered, and were paroled at Cumberland Gap April 28, 1.865. Cummings Point. (See Charleston, S. C.) REBELLION REGISTER. 73 Curlew, a steamer, ran aground in the Arkansas River and was attacked by guerrillas April 25, 1864. The guerrillas andrTom Keeaan, " the Wild Irishman," their leader, was killed. Gushing, Lieutenant, of the " Monticello," performed some very heroic deeds during his connection with the navy. March 20, 1864, with two boat-loads of men, he made his passage by the rebel guards, into Smithville, N. C, where he entered a house opposite the rebel camp and carried off a rebel captain as prisoner. On February 4, 1865, with four boats and a force of fifty men, he captured the town of All Saints, N. C, taking about 30 prisoners. He held the place one day, de- stroyed $15,000 worth of cotton, brought off about 20 bales, and returned to repeat a like experiment upon Charlotte, four days later. His most daring feat, however, was performed Octo- ber 28, 1864, in destroying the rebel ram " Albemarle," which was lying at Plymouth, protected by a log barri- cade. Cynthiaua, Ky., was captured, after a severe fight, by John Morgan, July 17, 1862. The place was again- captured by Morgan June 11, 1864. General Bur- bridge, who had marched his men (cavalry) 90 miles in twenty-four hours, came up with the raiders at this place next day. The fight was fierce and sanguinary, lasting over an hour, and resulted in the complete rout of the guerrillas. His loss was 150; theirs, in killed, wounded, and prisoners, 500. They were compelled to leave behind them over 1,000 horses, and a large amount of their plunder. Over 100 of the troops which Mor- gan so easily captured were recovered. Dahlgrea, Colonel TJlriok, and his party, were, on March 3, 1864, ambushed at King and Queen Court- house, when the Colonel and several others were in- stantly killed ; many were taken prisoners. The corpse of Colonel Dahlgren was horribly mutilated, for which inhumanity the rebels attempted a justification, by forg- ing an ord«r which they pretended was found upon him. Daily News, Day-Book, Journal of Commerce, and Free-man's Journal, were denied the use of the mails about August 21 and 25, 1861.. 4 74 REBELLION EETiLSTER. Dallas, Gra.— On tlie 25th of May, 1864, a portion of General Sherman's army secured a good position near this place, after some hard fighting; this was followed, on the 26th and 27th, by active assaults of the enemy on his slightly-intrenched position. On the 28th, the assaults were renewed with greater vehemence, and con- tinued all day. McPherson closed the day by driving the enemy back. Dalton, Ga.. was evacuated by General Hood's forces January 31, 1864 ; pickets were, however, kept there by the rehels for some days, when they aga,in occupied the place. A rebel regiment, on February 1,. mutinied, rather than reenlist, many of them escaping to the Union lines. The Union forces under General Thomas commenced operations against the place early in March, skirmishing and fighting being almost of daily occur- rence, until May 12, when the outer works of the place was carried. General McPherson next day cut off nine trains of military stores, leaving Dalton, while Howard was threatening their left wing. On the 14th the town was occupied by Sherman's 4th Corps, the rebels re- treating to Resaca. The place was threatened August 14,- 1864, by the rebel General Wheeler, with 5,000 men, who demanded the surrender of the place. Colonel Sieboldt, command- ing the garrison of 420 men, refused the demand, and being reinforced during the night by General Steedmau's forces, drove Wheeler in confusion from the place. Dam No. 4, on the Potomac, was the scene of a skirmish December 11, 1861. Danby's Mills, on the east of Mobile Bay, was, on March 20, 1865, occupied by the Union forces under General A. J. Smith, from which point they operated against Mobile. Danville, Ky., was taken by the rebels, but retaken by the Federals, March 28, 1863. Danville, Tenn., was attacked by the rebels October 23, 1863, but they failed to capture it at that time. They however, occupied it soon afterward, and were driven therefrom January 29, 1864. Dardanelles, Ark., was captured May 30, 1864, by the rebels under General Shelby, who took about 200 REBELLION REQISTEE. 75 prisoners. General Price, on his way to Missouri, crossed tlie Arkansas Eiver at this point September 8, 1864. Darksville. (See Perryville.) Darleystown. (See New. Market Heights.) Darnstown, Md., was the scene of a battle and Union victory September 15, 1861. The town was plundered by the rebels July 10, 1864. Dauphin's Island was occupied March 8, 1865, by Union troops, intended to operate against Mobile. The place was thus occupied until the 20th, -when the troops were moved to Danby's Mills. Davisboro, Ga., was evacuated by the rebels under Iverson, on November 27, 1864, and occupied by Sher- man's advance the same day. Davis, Jeff. C, killed Major-General Nelson at the Gait House, Louisville, Ky. The affair grew out of a personal quarrel. Nelson died in fifteen minutes after being shot. General Davis surrendered himself up, passed an examination, and was acquitted October 21. Davis, Jefferson, Senator from Mississippi, withdrew from the United States Senate January 21, 1861. He was elected Provisional President of the " Confederate States" February 9, inaugurated on the 18th, appointed his Cabi- net on the 21st, and exercised the veto power for the first time on the bill legalizing the African slave-trade on the 28th. His first requisition' for Confederate troops was made April 9, and the 'first " letter of marque and reprisal in aid of the Confederacy " was by him granted on the 17th. On August 15 he 'ordered all Northern men to leave the Confederacy within 40 days. The Confederate Congress, February 19, 1862, declared him elected President, and Alexander H. Stephens Vice- President of the Confederate States, having received all the electoral votes cast. They were inaugurated three days later. January 12, 1863, on the meeting of the Confederate Congress, he transmitted to that body a message strongly urging retaliatory measures against the Emancipation Proclamation. On February 10, he issued an address to the rebel army, thanking them, for himself and the Government, for the esteem and regard manifested in 76 EEBELLION REGISTER. their voluntary (?) re-enlistment. He closed with a presage of success to the Confederate and downfall of the Union cause. He "dismissed from his court" the Consuls of England and Austria June 14, 1863. His call for " all white men between the ages of 18 and 45 was made July 15. He issued a proclamation of amnesty and entreaty to all deserters and malcontents August 1, and during September and October made a tour of observation to cheer his constituents, and refire the now desponding Southern heart. Several attempts were made to burn his residence in Richmond, and one, on January 19, 1864, was nearly a success. At the outbreak of the rebellion, no one was more popular in the South than " Jeff. Davis," but, as the rebels began to see the result of their effort, his popu- larity rapidly declined. First the soldiers, then the citizens, and soon the rebel Congress denounced his administration and policy. His last proclamation from Richmond was issued January 25, 1865, appointing March 10 as a day of public fasting and prayer. While attending church on the morning of April 2, he received a dispatch from Greneral Lee that the rebel lines were broken, and Richmond in danger. Davis, with his family and a few friends, immediately left the city, fleeing toward North Carolina, reaching Danville next day.. His last proclamation was issued from this place on the 4th, declaring the rebel cause yet hopeful, and urging continued and renewed resistance. The party continued their flight toward the coast until May 10, when the whole number, including Jeff. Davis, his wife, sisters, and brother, his Postmaster-General, Rea- gan, his Private Secretary, Colonel Harrison, Colonel Johnson, Aide-de-Camp on Davis's staff. Colonels Morris and Lubbick, Lieutenant Hathaway, and others, also a train of five wagons and three ambulances, were cap- tured at Irwinsville, Wilkinson County, Georgia, by Lieutenant-Colonel Pritchard, commanding the 4th Michigan Cavalry, of Minty's 2d Division. The honor and reward of this splendid achievement had narrowly escaped falling to another battalion, Lieutenaut-Colonel Harden, 1st Wisconsin Cavalry, of Lagrange's brigade, McCook's (1st) division, of Wilson's corps. Minty's REBELLION REGISTER. 77 division had been distributed all along the south banks of the Ocmulgee and Altarnaha. Harden's forces had struck the trail qf Davis at Dublin, Lawrence County, on the evening of the 7th, and followed him closely night and day, through the pine wilderness of Alligator Greek and Green Swamp, via Cumberlandsville, to Irwinsville. At Cumberlandsville, Colonel Harden met Colonel Pritch- ard, with one hundred and fifty picked men and horses of the 4th Michigan. Harden followed the trail directly south, while Pritc^hard, having fresh horses, pushed down the Ocmulgee toward Hopewell, and thence toward House Creek to Irwinsville, arriving there at midnight of the 9th. Jeff. Davis had not yet arrived. Prom a citizen Pritchard learned that his party were encamped two miles out of the town. He made dispositions of his men and surrounded the camp before day. The captors re- port that he hastily put on one of his wife's dresses and started for the woods, closely followed by our men, who at first thought him a woman, but seeing his boots while he was running, they suspected his sex at once. The ra Creek, brought Morgan to a stand, and had a fight of an hour, when Morgan and a small squad fled, the balance surren- dering. He was checked by the militia, near the Muskin- gum, on the 23d, but managed to escape, with loss of 15 killed and several wounded. General Shackleford cap- tured him and the balance of his force, near New Lisbon, Ohio, at .3 P. M., on the 26th. Morgan previously had a fight with Major Way and 250 of the 9th Michigan Cav- alry, and lost 240 men. Seeing his hour had come, he surrendered to Captain Beckwitli, of the militia, on condition of his parole; but General Shackleford com- ing up, refused to acknowledge the condition, and took Morgan into custody. Morgan and Duke, with 28 others, were confined in the Ohio Penitentiary, from which Morgan and six of his officers escaped, on the night of November 28, by undermining the walls. They were received by their sympathizers, and Morgan finally made his escape south- ward. He crossed the Tennessee River at Gillespie's Land- ing, 60 miles from Chattanooga, December 12.- Morgan was killed, his staff captured, and his forces badly cut up and routed, by General Gillem, at Green- ville, East Tennessee, September 4, 1864. Morgan Raid. (See John Morgan.) Morgantown, Ky. — The rebels attacked the Union camp at this place October 31, 1861, but were repulsed, with considerable loss. In a skirmish here October 24, 1862, 16 rebels were captured. Morgan's Bend, on the Mississippi, was the scene of a brisk engagement September 29, 1863; General Dana attacked the rebels, but fell back, losing several hun- dred killed and wounded, and 1,500 prisoners. The rebels then assumed the offensive, and the gun-boats had to be called in to check their advance. Morris Island. (See Charleston.) KEBELLION KEGISTER. 181 Morristown, Tenn., was tie scene of a skirmish De- cember 1, 1861. Mound City, Ark., was burned by the Union forces January 16, 1863. Mount Airy. (See Saltville Eaid.) Mount Crawford, near Piedmont, Virginia, was the scene of a battle between General Hunter and Con- federate General W. E. Jones, which resulted in a Union success, June 5, 1864. The rebels lost Jones, killed, 1,300 prisoners, three pieces of artillery, and 3,000 stand of small arms. The balance were scattered toward Waynesboro and Charlottesville. Mount Elba. (See Longview, Arkansas.) Mount Gilead, Va., was attacked by rebel cavalry, and 35 Federals captured, November 10, 1862. Mount Jackson, Va., was occupied by General Banks April 17, 1862. Mount Sterling, Ky., was attacked by the rebels, who were repulsed by the home-guards, July 29, 1862. In their retreat they were met by a party of volunteers, who drove them back toward the town, where they were again beaten by the guards, who took all their horses and 48 prisoners. The rebel Colonel Cluke, with 800 men, surrounded the town March 20, 1863. The Union garrison threw themselves into the houses and fought for four hours, but were finally compelled to surrender. Rebel loss, 22 killed and wounded; Union loss, 3 killed and wounded. The rebels held the town ten days, when they were driven out, burning most of the business houses before their retreat. General Burbridge defeated John Morgan at this place June 8, 1864. Mount Zion, Mo., was the scene of an engagement December 28, 1861, between 450 troops, under General Prentiss, and 900 rebels, under Colonel Dorsey. 150 rebels killed and wounded, and 35 prisoners; Union loss, 3 killed and 11 wounded. Mulligan, Colonel. (See Lexington, Missouri.) Mumford, W. B,, was executed at New Orleans, June 7, 1862, for hauling down the U. S. flag from the mint building, after it had been placed there by the Union soldiers. 182 EEBELLION EEGISTEE. Humfordsville, Ky. — In a fight near this place De- cember 17, 1861, the rebels lost 33 killed— including Colonel Terry, commanding — and 50 wounded. Union- ists lost 9 killed and 16 wounded. The rebels attacked the town with artillery September 14, 1862. The en- gagement lasted seven hours, during which time they were repulsed five successive times. Fighting continued on the 15th and 16th, and it surrendered on the 17th. About 4,000 prisoners, 4,000 stand of arms, and a quan- tity of stores were surrendered to the rebels. The town was reoccupied by Union troops, the rebels being driven out on the 21st. Murfreesboro, Tenn., was, on July 13, 1862, captured by General Forrest ; $30,000 worth ,of property ivas de- stroyed. General Crittenden and Acting General Duf- field were taken prisoners, together with the whole gar- rison. Loss heavy on both sides. General Roseerans, finding that the rebel army mani- fested a feeling of security, and had weakened their force somewhat by expeditions to various parts of the State, left Nashville December 26, in three columns, under Thomas, McCook, and Crittenden, and came up with the rebels on the 29th, near Stewart's Creek, and drove them back to their intrenchments, which was advan- tageously -situated on Stone Kiver, three miles from Murfreesboro. Supposing the rebels were retreating, Barker's brigade, of Wood's division, was ordered across the river, but were met by a heavy fire from a regiment in ambush. Barker held his fire until within short range, when he fired and charged, driving the rebels back upon their main body, Breckenridge's division. Finding the force in front too strong, the brigade was recalled. On the 30th there was considerable fighting and maneuvering for position, the Union forces pressing forward and constantly gaining ground. At dawn on the 31st, Hardee advanced noiselessly, in heavy columns, against the right wing, commanded by McCook. Kirk's and Willich's brigades first felt the shock, and stood their ground for awhile, but were finally compelled to yield to overpowering masses. Kirk was wounded and Willich taken prisoner. The rebel forces, in about an hour, routed the whole right wing, and drove them back nearly EEBELLION REGHSTER. 183 four miles, -capturing 28 pieces of artillery. The plan of battle was defeated. The left wing, which had com- menced its advance, was halted. Beatty's and Eyife's brigades, with Rousseau's division from the reserve, were Bent to reinforce the right. A new line was formed ; and Rosecrans, massing the artillery in the center, com- pletely checked them, when the rebels broke and fled. The battle raged fiercely -for ten hours, G-eneral Rose- crans freely exposing himself during the whole fight. During the progress of this fight, Wheeler's rebel cavalry, 3,000 strong, with two guns, attacked Colonel Innis's regi- ment of Michigan engineers and mechanics, who had been posted at Lavergne to protect communications. They were repulsed in seven distinct charges, when they withdrew. During the night, General Rosecrans, at Murfreesboro, readjusted his line of battle, preparatory to another attack next day. The army bivouacked on the field. During the day there was heavy skirmishing, -but no general engagement, the enemy throwing out small bodies, as if to feel a weak point. On the 2d of January the rebels had massed their columns against the left, and, at 3 o'clock P. M., they advanced in three heavy columns, battalion front; advancing to within 100 yards, they were met by a heavy fire from the left, now reinforced, and the artillery being massed. In forty minutes the rebel column broke and fled, losing 2,000 men; General Rains among the killed. Skirmishing continued on the 3d, and became so annoying that General Rosecrans ordered the corps commanders to clear their fronts. Rousseau's division was ordered to dislodge the rebels, which they did. The rebels retreated in the night, abandoning the town, which General Thomas's corps ad- vanced and occupied on the morning of the 5th. The Union loss in the whole fight was officially stated at 92 officers killed, 384 wounded; 1,441 men killed, 6,861 wounded, and 3,000 taken prisoners. The rebel loss is estimated at 14,560 killed and wounded. The Union force engaged was 43,400 men ; the rebel force was es- timated at 62,520. Altogether this was one of the most fierce and bloody battles of the war, and exhibited the superior generalship and tenacity of General Rosecrans. The victory effectually cleared Middle Tennessee of the 184 REBELLION EEGISTER. rebels, and saved it and Kentucky from a formidablo invasion. On the 9th General Halleok issued a special order "thanking General Roseorans and his army for their gallant conduct and victory over the rebels at Murfreesboro. Several skirmishes occurred here during 1863, and the rebels were repulsed near this place Sep- tember 1, December 5, 6, and 15, 1864. Mustang Island, Texas, was captured by General Banks November 18, 1863, and with it a rebel fort, a company of artillery, and a squadron of cavalry. No Union loss; one rebel wounded. Napoleon, Ark. (See. Arsenal.) Napoleon, Emperor. (See Neutrality.; Nashville, Tenn., was evacuated by the rebels Feb- ruary 23, 1862. Before leaving, they destroyed both bridges across the Cumberland River, and committed great depredations on the property of the citizens. The town was occupied by the Union advance, under Gen- eral Nelson, on the 25th. The Mayor, on March 3, issued a proclamation, calling upon all citizens to return and resume their business, under the protection of the Federal authorities. The rebels invested the town October 11, and skir- mishing continued until the 21st, when they were tem- porarily driven back. On December 10 they appeared in force, and drove in the Union pickets. Unimportant skirmishes were of occasional occurrence until November 30, 1864, when, after the battle of Franklin, the Union army fell back to Nashville, where Thomas was rein- forced by General A. J. Smith's forces. Hood followed Thomas, and laid siege to the town, throwing up earth- works. After a number of skirmishes, a battle was fought on December 13, resulting iu about 1,000 killed and wounded on each side ; over 1,000 prisoners, 16 guns, and several battle-flags fell into Union hands. No ground positively, gained or lost. Firing was kept up next day, and on the 15th the Unionists were formed ready for action by 6 A. M. The enemy was surprised at the offensive operations. The different commanders of corps made a simultaneous attack on the enemy's whole line, drove him from his position, capturing 1,200 prisoners, 16 pieces of artillery, several thousand small REBELLION REGISTER. 185 arms, and 40 wagons. The Union loss was unusually- light. Hood's killed were left on the field. Next day General Thomas's forces continued in pursuit toward Franklin to Hood's lines, formed during the night, at Overton's Hill, about 5 miles south of Nashville. His lines were assaulted at 3 P. M., and, after some hard fighting, they were broken, and the enemy fled precipi- tately, losing about 3,500 prisoners — over 200 being officers — 40 pieces of artillery, and thousands of small arms. Hood again abandoned all his dead and wounded. The pursuit was continued several days. Ifatchez, Miss., surrendered to Commander Palmer, of the "Iroquois," May 13, 1862. Rebel attacks upon the place were repulsed December 6, 1863, and January 23, 1864. The rebels, on the latter date, captured 30 prisoners, 60 wagons and teams, 80 negroes, and a lot of cotton. ITatcliitoelies, La., was occupied March 30, 1864, by General A. L. Lee, the rebels retiring with a loss of 30 men. Neosho, Mo. — A battle was fought at this place April 26, 1862, between Major Hubbard (Union) and 146 men of the 1st Missouri Cavalry, and 600 In- dians, under Colonels Coffee and Stainwright, resulting in the defeat of the Indians. Thirty Indians were killed, 62 taken prisoners, and a large quantity of stores captured. Neutrality. — Queen Victoria, May 13, 1861, issued a proclamation, enjoining neutrality in the contest between the North and South. December 4 she prohibited the exportation of gunpowder, niter, nitrate of soda, brim- stone, lead, and fire-arms. Emperor Napoleon's Neutrality Proclamation was re- ceived in the Uniteil States June 24. January 31, 1863, Queen Victoria declared her pur- pose to adhere to Ihe duties of neutrality. Notwith- standing the proclaimed neutrality, and the order forbidding the export of war materials, the rebels con- tinued, from the first, to receive from British subjects all the arms, ammunition, clothing, accoutrements, guns, war-vessels, etc^ that they could pay for, either in cot- ton or gold. _ 186 REBELLION REGISTER. New Albany, Ark., was, on October 5, 1863, the scene of a brisk cavalry skirmish. Newark, Mo., was surrendered to the rebels, after a three hours' fight, August 1, 1862. "Union loss, 4 killed and 5 wounded; rebel loss, about 100 killed and wounded. BTew Baltimore, Va., was occupied by the Unionist? November 5, 1862, the rebels retreating toward Warren- ton. In a skirmish June 20, 1863, the rebels were vic- torious. Newbern, N. C, after a heavy fight, was evacuated by the rebels and occupied by the Federal forces, March 14, 1862. The rebels, 10,000 strong, were behind strong intrenchments, two miles in extent, defended by 21 guns in position, besides a large quantity of field artillery. The batteries were taken one after another ; the rebels fled, taking cars in the direction of Goldsboro. 46 heavy siege-guns, 3 light batteries, and 3,000 stand of small arms were among the prizes which fell to the victors. The Union loss was 90 or 100 killed and about 400 wounded. A severe but undecisive skirmish occurred here April 27. Important Union expeditions left this point, which was made a base of supplies, April 17, June 25, Novem- ber 2, and December 10. The last one, und6r General Foster, was absent eight days, during which time, it lost between 200 and 300 men. It fought four battlefe, and had numerous skirmishes along the Neuse River and railroad track. The battles of Goldsboro and Whitehall were splendid victories. A body of 4,000 rebels attacked Newbern, November 25, but were forced to retreat in disorder. A like attack, with like result, occurred March 13, 1863. Important raids left this point March 8, April 5, July 3, and October 10. Early on the morning of Feb- ruary 1, 1864, the rebels, said to be 15,000 strong, at- tacked the Union outposts at Bachelor's Creek, 8 miles from Newbern; the Unionists fell back before superior numbers, destroying their camp, a few stores, and losing 20 or 30 killed, and 200 captured; a section of artillery, 300 small arms, and a quantity of material were also lost. At the same time the rebels advanced on the south side of the Trent River, but were handsomely repulsed, los- KEBELLION REGISTER. 187 ing 35 killed and wounded. The rebels next morning followed up the attack, capturing and destroying the Union gun-boat Underwriter. Attacks were made upon the place, February 7, 29, and May 10, all of which were repulsed. The town was fired by incendiaries in several places April 1, 1865, but little harm was done. Ifewburg, Ind., was entered July 18, 1862, by John- son's band of guerrillas, who robbed the citizens and hos- pital, and committed other depredations. New Creek Valley, Va., was the scene of an engage- ment February 1, 1864. The rebels were defeated and driven two miles. New Iberia, La., was occupied, and the rebel camp there broken up, November 19, 1863. BTew Lisbon, 0. (See John Morgan.) New Madrid, Mo. (See Island No. 10.) New Market, Va., was the scene of skirmishes Nov- ember 29 and December 22, 1861. The Unionists sur- prised and defeated on the latter date. The place was occupied by General Banks April 17, 1862. General Sigel, with 5,000 men, was badly repulsed at Rood's Mills, near New Market, May 15, 1864. He acted contrary to orders, in moving against Imboden, Echols, and Breckenridge. The enemy had an equal number of men, and drove the Union commander, in much disorder from the field. He lost in the engagement, and in the retreat to Strasburg, 30 miles distant, 800 men, killed, wounded, and missing, besides 6 guns and 1,000 small arms ; he burned the most part of his train to prevent it falling into the hands of the foe. Newnan, was the scene of a defeat to MoCook's forces July- 30, 1864. New Orleans, at an early stage of the rebellion, de- clared against the Union. December 21, 1860, 100 guns were fired, and the Pelican flag raised as an indorsement of the secession of South Carolina. The Branch Mint and Custom-house were seized by the State authorities January 31, 1861. The city was blockaded by the sloop erf war " Brooklyn," May 26 ; and September 18, the batiks suspended specie payments. (See Farragut and Butler.) In the fall of 1863, the rebels held several secret meetings, with a view of handing the city over to the 188 REBELLION KBGISTER. Confederates, but no action was taken. On January 8, 1864, an immense mass-meeting was held to consider the propriety of a free State Constitution, and on March 28 the Convention to revise the State Constitution met in this city. Newport News was the scene of brisk naval skir- mishes June 5, July 12, and December 2, 1861. The great Sawyer gun burst at this point February 11, 1862, killing 2 and wounding 5 men. Newtonia, Mo., was the scene of Price's last defeat in the State, October 28, 1864. Kebel loss, 450; Union, 120. New York City was thrown into some commotion by a secession meeting January 15, 1861. The forts in the harbor were fully armed and manned March 12, 1862. The most fearful riot during the rebellion occurred in this city, commencing July 12, 1863. Drafting com- menced on the 11th, which, being misunderstood by some and misrepresented by others, produced immense excitement. On the 13th, the mobs were triumphant, the Tribune office was assailed, the Colored Orphan Asylum and Provost-marshals' offices in the 8th and 9th district burned. The military were called out on the 14th, and all cars and omnibuses stopped running. Grovernor Seymour issued a proclamation and addressed the mob, which continued next day, when the military fired upon them with considerable slaughter. Many of the large stores were sacked. The excitement began to wane on the 16th, and by the timely arrival of military forces, and the advice of Governor Seymour and Arch- bishop Hughes, for their "friends to disperse and calm down," the mob grew rapidly less, and, on the 17th the police commenced their search for stolen property. A peculiar feature of the mob was their hatred and murder of negroes and of Abolitionists, and of the most prominent men in the city, or State, counseling with the rioters as their "friends." Nolan's Ferry, on the Potomac, was the scene of a skirmish July 22, 1863. Nolansville, Tenn., was occupied by General Rose- erans's army, in their march upon Murfreesboro, Decem- ber 27, 1862. EEBELLION KEGISTER. 189 Noncona, Tenn., was occupied aad the rebel cavalry there dispersed April 18, 1863. Norfolk, Ky., was the scene of a brisk skirmish Sep- tember 29, 1861. Norfolk, Mo., was the scene of a skirmish September 10, 1861. Norfolk, Va., was almost unanimously secession at the outbreak of the rebellion. The main entrance to the harbor was, by order of Governor Letcher; obstructed April 17, 1861. On the flight of May 9, 18«2, 5,000 Union troops landed at Willoughby Point and marched toward Norfolk. At 5 P. M. they were met by a dele- gation of citizens, who formally surrendered the city and also Portsmouth. The Navy-yard, at Gosport, was almost entirely destroyed by fire. The expedition was superintended by the President in person. North, Colonel Samuel, and others, of the New York agents, collecting the military vote of the State, were arrested for forgery October 27, 1864. The plan, as it appeared at the trial, was briefly to make lists of the dead New York soldiers and make them vote the Demo- cratic State and Presidential tickets. North Carolina. — The State Legislature, on January 30, 1861, submitted the question of a State convention to the people. The election was held February 28, and resulted against holding a convention — 46,409 ayes, 46,603 nays. The Governor, on April 16, refused to furnish troops in response to the President's call. The Legislature, on. May 1, passed a State convention bill. The convention met at Raleigh on the 20th, and next day unanimously passed an ordinance of secession and ratified the Confederate Constitution. The State was declared in insurrection August 16. A convention of delegates, representing 42 counties, met at Hatteraa November 18, and declared against the action of the State convention held at Raleigh, and appointed Marble Nash Taylor, Provisional Governor, with power to fill official vacancies by temporary appointments. Oak Grove, Va., was, on June 25, 1862, the scene of a seven hours' fight between General Hooker's division of the Army of the Potomac and the rebels. The 190 REBELLION REGISTER. rebels were driven back; -loss, about 200 killed and wounded on eacb side. Occoc[iian, Va., was occupied, and 31 Union soldiers captured, December 19, 1862, and nearly the' same thing, with like result, repeated on the 27th. Ocean Uueen, a California steamer,^ was the scene of a conflict, Hity 16, 1864, between some rebels, disguised as pirates^ and the crew. The rebels made an attempt to capture the vessel. Their leader was shot by Com- mander Ammen, and the rest ironed. Okolona, Miss., was occupied by the Unionists Feb- ruary 13, 1864. Old Clmrcll, Va., near Richmond, was the scene of driving in the Union pickets June 13, 1862. Olive Hill, Ky., was the scene of a defeat to John Morgan October 3, 1862. Opelika, Ala.,' was occupied, great quantities of hard- ware, cotton, tobacco, etc., desia-oyed, and the public ■warehouses burned, by the Union forces, under Rous- seau, July 19, 1864. Opelousa, La., was occupied by Banks's forces April 20, 1863. Orange C. H., Va., which was occupied by two regi- ments of rebel cavalry, was taken by a party from Pope's army, August 2, 1862. Rebel loss, 11 killed, 52 pris- oners ; Union loss, 2 killed and 3 wounded. Orangeburg, S. C, was occupied by Sherman's forces February 8, 1865. Orange Grove, Fla., was occupied by the Union col- ored troops March 26, 1863. Orange Springs, Va., was occupied by Stoneman April 29, 1863. Order of American Knights, alias "0. A. E's." — During the spring of 1864, many rumors concerning this body were circulated in the country. June 28, General Carrington, commanding in Indiana, reported to Grovernor Morton on the existence of such a body. About the latter part of July arrests were made at In- dianapolis, St. Louis, New York, and some other places. Fire-arms were seized and confiscated, and three men, at Indianapolis, sentenced to be hung, which sentence was commuted to life imprisonment, iuthe Ohio Penitentiary. REBELLION KEGISTER. 191 Orleans, Ind. (See John Morgan.) Osceola, Mo., was the scene of a skirmish Septemher 25, 1861. Owensboro, Ky., was attacked hy guerrillas Septem- ber 19, 1862. The Colonel commanding the Unionist!? was killed, when the forces retired. Next day the rebels were driven out by the Spencer (Indiana) Home-guards with great loss. The home-guards had two men killed and 18 wounded. Ozark, Mo., was the scene of a skirmish August 2, 1862. Paducah, Ky., was taken possession of by General Grant, with two regiments, in the face of 4,000 rebel troops, September 6, 1861. The city was attacked, March 25, 1864, by Forrest, who soon drove the small Union force holding, the place to the fort below the town. Forrest then demanded its surrender, and threat- ening, in the event of his storming the works, that he would extend no quarter. Colonel Hicks refused, and successfully resisted four separate assaults. Later in the day, three Union gun-boats arrived in the river, and, after a warm contest, drove the rebels out of the town. During the shelling of the gun-boats, the cowardly For- rest collected a number of women and children, and placed them in an exposed position, immediately in front of his lines; several were killed and wounded. A portion of the town was burned by the fire from the gun-boats, in all about 50 buildings. Colonel Hicks burned some buildings within range of the little fort. The cannonading continued until 10 o'clock. Before the gun-boats arrived the rebels sacked the town. The Union loss, in killed and wounded, numbered 80; the rebels sustained a somewhat greater loss. Palmetto Station, 25 miles south of Atlanta, was occupied by General McCook July 28, 1864. He de- stroyed five miles of railroad, cars, supplies, etc. Palmyra, Mo., was burned by the Union gun-boats March 4, 1863. Paintsville, Ky., was captured from the rebels, under Humphrey Marshall, by the Unionists, under General Garfield, January 7, 1862. Panther Springs, Tenn. — A body of rebels, under Major Goforth, attacked a picket of 93 men of the 3d 192 REBELLION BEOISTER. Tennessee, at this place, Maroli 4, 1864. A desperate running fight ensued, the rebels being repulsed; loss slight on both sides. Papinsville, Mo., then held by a large force of Con^ federates, was attacked September 21, 1861. The rebels lost 40 killed, 100 prisoners, and all their camp equi- page. The place was burned by the Kansas Volunteers December 13. Faratta, N. M., was the scene of a rebel defeat April 23, 1862. Paris, 111. (See Mattoon.) Paris, Ky., was the scene of a Union victory July 30, 1862. Six companies of the 9th Pennsylvania Cav- alry, after a march of two days and nights, overtook Morgan's guerrillas, drove in his pickets, and captured the town. Rebel loss, 27 killed, 30 wounded, and 9 prisoners. The rebels were repulsed here July 29, 1863. 'Paris, Tenn. — At this place, March 12, 1862, the Unionists defeated a body of rebels, and took possession of the town, but learning that a large force of rebels were within a short distance, they retired. Paris, Va., was the scene of a skirmish October 29, 1862. Parksville, Mo., was sacked by guerrillas July 8, 1864. Parsons. (See Canada Raids.) . Pascagotila, Miss., was captured April 10, 1863, by Colonel Daniels, with 900 colored troops. They next day drove off a large force of rebels, killing 20 and wounding a large number. Pass Christian, Miss., was held by Union forces April 4, 1863. Passports. — On April 19, 1861, the Secretary of State ordered that all persons leaving or entering the United States shall be possessed of a passport. On August 8, 1862, notice was given that no passports would be issued until the quota of troops should be filled. Patapsoo. (See Charleston.) Patterson, Mo., was the scene of an indecisive skir- mish April 20, 1863. Patterson Creek, Va. — On June 26, 1861, Corporal Hays, and 12 men of the 11th Indiana Zouaves, at- tacked and routed 40 Confederate cavalry near this REBELLION REGISTEU. 193 place, killing 8 men and capturing 17 horses. The Confederates, being reinfoBced by about 70, resumed the attack, but were met with such firmness that 23 of them fell. Five hundred rebel cavalify captured a company of Union troops, near this place, January 2, 1862. The prisoners were retaken, and the cavalry routed, next day. Pawpaw, Tenn., was the scene of the capture of a squad of Unionists November 10, 1861, Payne. (See Herold.) Peace Conference. — The rebel Vice-President, A. H. Stephens, Senator R. M. T. Hunter, and Judge Camp- bell came, as Peace Commissioners, within Grant's lines January 30, 1865. They were taken to Fortress Mon- roe, where they were met by President Lincoln and Secretary Seward. Their exchange of views was full and free, but no agreement was made, and the parties separated to continue hostilities. Peace Resolutions were numerous during the war, especially in 1863, and during the campaign of 1864. They were, almost without exception, monopolized by those styling themselves Democrats. Some of the more prominent of them were those of the New Jersey Leg- islature, passed March 18, 1863 — 38 ayes, 13 nays; those of the New York Democracy, expressing sympathy with Vallandigham, passed May 15, 1863 ; those of the Philadelphia Democracy, for the same purpose, passed June 1, 1863; those of the Brooklyn "peace party," June 12, 1863; those of the Chicago Convention, Au- gust 29, 1864. Peach. Orchard. — The battle at this place and Savage Station was fought June 29, 1862. After the battle of the Chickahominy, the Confederates still pressed on the Union troops, who reserved their fire until the rebels were within close range, when they fired, with terrible effect. General Burns's brigade of Sumner's corps, bore the hottest of the fight. Sumner held the rebels in check until night. Peach Tree Creek, Ga. (See Atlanta.) Pea Ridge, Ark. — A battle was fought at this place, commencing March 6, 1862, between the rebels (about 35,000), under McCulloch, and the Federals »(about 22,000), under Curtis. The rebels commenced the attack 9 194 llEBELLION REGISTER. on the right wing of the Union army, pursuing General Sigel's rear guard to the main lines on Sugar Creek; but, about 4 o'clock in the afternoon, the Union reins' foreements coming up, the rebels withdrew, and the action ceased. Both armies slept on their arms during the night. Next day, at 11 o'clock, the rebels attacked the right of the Union lines. The fight was heavy here during the day, and the losses severe ; General McC'ul- loch fell mortally wounded. On the morning of the 8th, at sunrise, firing was renewed by the center and right of General Curtis's forces. The fire was replied to with great energy by the whole rebel line. General Curtis ordered the center and left wing forward — the left turn- ing the right of the enemy. A charge was then made by the whole line, which resulted in the complete rout of the rebel forces, and their flight through the deep defiles of Big Sugar Creek. The Union loss in this battle was 212 killed, 93<3 wounded, and 174 missing; rebel loss, 1,100 killed, 2,400 wounded, 1,600 prisoners, and 13 guns. Pennsylvania Invasion. — Lee commenced his move- ment up the Kappahannock July 12, 1863, preparatory to his march into Pennsylvania. His forces were esti- mated at 90,000 to 100,000. The rebel rear left Fred- ericksburg on the 13th. The same day there was skirmishing at Edward's Ferry and Middleton, Pa. General Milroy, at Winchester, Va., was, on the 14th, nearly surrounded by 18,000 men, under General Ewell, who cari'ied his outer works. The I'obels advanced on Martinsburg, and demanded its surrender, which General Tyler refused. An artillery fight followed, after which General Tyler retreated to Harper's Ferry. General Milroy, at 1 o'clock P. M., on the 15th, evacuated Win- chester, first spiking his guns ; four miles out he was compelled to cut his way through. He lost about 2,000 men, 3 batteries of artillery, 6,000 muskets, 280 wagons, etc. The same day President Lincoln called out 100,000 men for six months. Governor Cnrtin, of Pennsylvania, called out 50,000 militia to repel the threatened invasion. Jenkins's rebel cavalry entered Chambersburg at 9 P. M.; they burned the railroad bridge at Scotland, six laiilea from Chambersburg. The rebels ooqupied Har- REBELLION REGISTER. 195 per's Ferry. General Tyler retreated to, Maryland Heiglits, and shelled them out, when they retreated' to Wlli^msport. Colonel Smith was surrounded by the rebels at Hagerstowri, and, after fighting an hour and a half, was compelled to surrender. 17th. — 2,000 rebel cavalry advanced 11 miles beyond Chambei'sburg, in the direction of Harrisburg, and the Federals evacuated Frederick, Md. 18th. — Harrisburg, Penn., was fortified. Jenlfins's cav- alry evacuated Chambersburg at 1 P. M. The rebels captured and burned a train of 23 cars at Point of Kocks, Md., and carried off the passengers. Hagerstown was occupied by General Ehodes and 3,000 Confederates. General Lee occupied Thoroughfare Gap. 19th. — Jenkins plundered McConnellsburg, Penn., and drove off $12,000 worth of cattle. 20th. — General Schenck called on the citizens of Bal- timore to rally to the defense of the city. Baltimore appropriated $100,000 for the defense of the city. 21st. — The rebels fortified Hagerstown, and a force of their cavalry reached Gettysburg. 23d. — Pittsburg was fortified. 24:th.— The rebels occupied Chambersburg 25th. — There was a skirmish at McConnellsburg, Penn.; the Unionists retired before superior numbers. The Union forces, being insufficient to hqld it, evacuated Carlisle, 26th. — Gettysburg was occupied by Early's division, and General Rhodes's division occupied Chambersburg. 27th. — General Meade succeeded General Hooker in command of the Army of thePotomac. The rebel army occupied Carlisle, Penn.; the advance of their army reached Kingstown, 13 miles from Harrisburg. Geperal Lee at Chambersburg. 28th. — Great excitement throughout Pennsylvania on account of the rebel invasion. In Philadelphia all business was suspended, and drilling took its place. Mechanicsburg and York, Penn., occupied by rebels. 29th. — The rebel troops tore up the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad at Sykesville, and the Northern Central, from Galesboro to York, 16 miles. Fight at McCon- nellsburg ; rebels defeated, losing 3 killed and 33 pris- 196 ' REBELLION REGISTBK. oners ; Unipn l-oss, 2 wounded. General Lee and staff were at Carlisle. The Ist^ Delaware (Union) Cavalry^ were chased to within five miles of Baltimore. They fought with sabers and revolvers, until, overpowered by superior numbers, they were scattered ; 15 out of 110 reported at Baltimore. 30th.— General Pleasanton's cavalry drove the rebels from Gettysburg and occupied the place. General Early issued an ;iddress to the people of York, saying that he abstained from firing the depot buildings, as it would endanger the whole town, and he did not wish to punish the innocent with the guilty. He afterward evacuated the place. The rebel army, 40,000 strong, with 40 pieces of artillery, left Carlisle for Gettysburg. The Army of the Potomac occupied York and Hanover, thus cutting the rebel lines. General Schenck declared martial law in Baltimore city and county, and the counties on the western shore of Maryland. The response to his appeal for public defense was prompt and enthusiastic. July 1. — Fight at Carlisle, Penn. The rebels were gradually driven back, and our forces occupied the town. The rebels afterward returned and demanded the sur- render of the town, which being refused, they com- menced to shell it. During the fight they made a detour and burned the barracks, gas-works, several lumber yards, and private buildings. Union loss is stated at 10 wounded. Rebel loss, not known. Cavalry fight at Hanover, Penn., lasting nearly all the afternoon. Union loss, about 200. Rebel loss, 400 killed, wounded, and prisoners, and six pieces of artillery. The battle of Gettysburg opened at 9 A. M. this morning by an attack on the 1st and 11th Corps, by the rebels under Longstreet and Hill; the 1st Corps being in advance, sustained the whole shock until the other came up. The fight was severe, and attended with heavy loss. Major-General Reynolds was mortally wounded. Next day (the 2d) the rebels attacked the Union lines af 4 P. M., but, after a severe contest, were re- pulsed at all points ; upward of 6,000 prisoners reported taken, ft The 3d wag the fiercest of the three days' fight. The * REBELLION EEGISTER. 197 « rebels attempted to turn Meade's left flank, but were repulsed, losing 3,000 prisoners. The fighting was most furious, and the slaughter terrible ; the loss in officers on both sides was heavy. The rebel loss was estimated at 2,439 killed, 14,580 wounded, and 6,235 prisoners taken. The Union loss is set down at 14,000 killed and wounded. 20 battle-flags were taken by one corps. The town was occupied by General Meade on the 4th. He issued a congratulatory letter to his army, thanking them for the glorious results of the recent operations, and telling them he looked to them for yet greater efforts. This virtually ended the invasion, General Lee now being in full retreat. General Kilpatrick captured and burned,- near Hagers- town, Md., nearly 300 wagons of Ewell's train, and ran off the horses. 5th. — The rebels retreated to Chambersburg and Greenoastle, Petin., abandoning their dead and wounded. Jeff. Davis's dispatches to Lee intercepted. Davis said he could not reinforce Lee, and ordered his return to Richmond, 6th. — General Pleasanton occupied the mountain passes near Chambersburg, impeding Lee's retreat. Battle near Mercersburg, Penn., between Fitzhugh Lee and General Pierce. General Gregg, of Pleasanton'a cavalry, had a fight with the rebels at Payetteville, Penn., taking 4,000 prisoners. Lee retreated toward the Poto- mac, his army utterly routed ; Meade in close pursuit. The Potomac commenced rising, damaging the rebel pon- toon bridges. His army reached Hagerstown on the 7th. Up to the 9th he had lost over 600 wagons, and his losses were continual and heavy until the 14th, when he crossed the Potomac, at Williamsport and Falling Waters. The Union cavalry, under Kilpatrick, captured 1,500 prisoners, 3 battle-flags, a section of artillery and a lot of small arms belonging to Lee's rear guard. Pensacola. (See Fort Pickens.) Perryville, Ky. (See Chaplin Hill.) Petersburg, Va. (See Richmond and Grant's Report.) Patty's Mills, N. C. — A rebel camp, near this place, was surprised May 5, 1863, and 14 men, 36 horses, and the whole camp captured, without loss. 198 ■* KEBELLION REGISTER. PhiladelpMa, Tenn., was occupied by the rebels, and Colonel Woolford's wagoix, train and battery captured, October 21, 1863. FMlomont, Va. — Greneral Pleasanton's cavalry over- took the rebels at this place November 1, 1862, and, after a short skirmish, the rebels fell back to Union. The fight was renewed next morning, when the rebels were compelled to abandon the ground in confasion, and with heavy loss. Union loss, 12 killed and wounded. Fhillippi, Va., was occupied, and the rebel camp there dispersed, June 19, 1861. A guerrilla band cap- tured and burned 13 of a train of 26 wagons, on the road near this place, August 27, 1863, and ran oflf the horses and mules. Piedmont, Va., was occupied by a rebel force June 20, 1861. The place was occupied by Union cavalry November 3, 1862. Major Cole's Maryland cavalry had a skirmish with Mosby's cavalry at Piedmont, February 20, 1864, and took 17 prisoners, including 3 officers; 5 were killed, and a number wounded ; Union loss, 2 killed and 2 wounded. Pikeville, Ky., was occupied, and 78 Union troops taken prisoners, April 15, 1863. Filatka, Fla., was occupied by Federal troops March 10, 1864. Pilot Knob, Mo., was occupied, after driving out the •rebels, October 16, 1861. On September 26, 1864, Gen- eral Ewing repulsed a charge of the enemy at Pilot Knob, killing rebel General Cabell. General Ewing afterward blew up the fort and retreated. Pine Blnff, Ark., was the scene of a rebel repulse October 28, 1863, Near this place, on April 25, 1864, a superior force of rebels, under Drake, attacked 200 wagons and 4 guns, a portion of General Steele's train, which, with the escort, nearly 2,000 men, were captured. Pine Moimtain. (See Kenesaw.) Piney Factory, Tenn. Lieutenant-Colonel Shively, with the 1st Middle Tennessee Infantry, attacked Haw- kins's guerrillas, at this place, October 30, 1863, and routed them, pursued them to Centerville, where they made a stand, and were again defeated. The rebel loss was 20 killed and 66 wounded. REBELLION REGISTER. 199 Pittsburg landing, Tenn. — Two gun -boats of Com- modore Foote's fleet eagagecl the rebel batteries at this point March 1, 1862. The batteries were reinforced, and three regiments of infantry opened on the gun-boats, but were driven back with great slaughter. Union loss, 5 killed and missing, and 5 wounded; rebel loss, about 20 killed and 200 wounded. ' In a skirmish April 4, the rebels lost 40 killed and 10 prisoners; Union loss, 1 killed. (See Shiloh.) Platte City, Mo.,, was the scene of a spirited engage- ment November 2, 1862. The town was fired, and the principal houses burned December 16. The city was taken by Thornton's guerrillas July 26, 1865. It was garrisoned by 70 "Pawpaw" militia, who surrendered without resistance ; 55 of whom joined the enemy. Plattsburg, Mo., was the scene of an undecisive skirmish, October 27, 1861. Pleasant Hill, Mo., was the scene of an engagement between the State militia and a band of guerrillas July 11, 1862; guerrillas defeated. Pleasant Hill, La. — After the engagement at Mans- field (which see), G-eneral A. J. Smith and the 16th Corps were formed in line of battle, at this place, April 9, 1864. The disorganized and . more intact portions of the army had arrived the evening previous, after their severe repulse. At 4 o'clock, P. M.', they received the onslaughts of Dick Taylor's forces, who, in the early part of the fray, gained ground, steadily driving the Union troops. Greneral Smith, who showed undoubted evidence of personal bravery throughout the day, ma- neuvered into more favorable positions than he had pre- viously held, and toward evening rallied his men, and succeeded, by some well-directed assaults, in routing the over-confident foe, with much loss. Their discomfiture was only a little less disastrous than that of the Union- ists the day before. The Union Generals, however, did not consider themselves strong enough to hold the field, so fell back to Grrand Bcore. General A. J. Smith covered himself with glory, and literally saved Banks from annihilation. There was over 6,000 men killed and wounded, on both sides, in the battles of the 8th and 9th. The rebels lost heavily in prisoners, 200 REBELLION REGISTER. l)esides Ex-Governor and General Moreton and Parsons tilled. Plymouth, N. C, was attacked September 2, 1862, ly 1,400 rebels. After fighting about half an hour, the rebels fled, having lost 30 killed and 40 prisoners. The Unionists lost 3 killed. The town was nearly all destroyed by the rebels December 10. Five thousand rebels, with 15 guns, aided by the ram Albemarle and four gun-boats, made an attack on this place April 17, 1864. The ram sunk the United States gun-boat White- head, of 3 guns. At the same time, a land attack was made on Fort Gray ; three assaults were repulsed, with some loss to the attacking party. -The Federal gun-boat Miami, Captain Flusser, the Ceres, and the Bombshell, got under weigh for Fort Gray, but, before reaching there, they were attacked by the artillery, which they soon drove from their position. Next morning the ram Albemarle floated down the river, and was under the bows of the Miami before she was discovered. Captain Flusser fired his bow-gun, loaded with shell, which rebounded, killing him instantly. The Miami turned, ran down the river, and escaped. The ram then at- tacked and sunk the Southfield, captured the Bombshell, and dropped down to Plymouth, holding command of the river, and threatening the garrison holding Port Gray. The 19th was a day of comparative quiet, but, on the morning of the 20th, the rebels assaulted Fort Williams, and, after a violent storm, it was captured. The rebel gun-boats rendered ample assistance in re- ducing the place. Union loss, 200 killed and wounded, and 1,500 prisoners ; rebel loss, 100 killed and wounded. The place was captured by the Unionists October 31. After a severe shelling from the fleet, 100 men were landed, and stormed Fort Bateman, capturing 200 pris- oners, 40 pieces of heavy and 12 pieces of light artil- lery ; a magazine was exploded by a shell, and the town fired by the explosion. Pocahontas, Ark., was occupied, and 100 rebels, in- cluding Jeff. C. Thompson and staff, captured, April 22, 1863. Pocotaligo, S. C, was the scene of a skirmish May 29, 1862. The Union forces attempted to gain posses- REBELLION REGISTER. 201 sion of the Charleston and Savannah Kailroad, at this point, October 22. The railroad bridge was destroyed, but the rebels being strongly reinforced, the position could not be held, tjnion loss, 30 killed, 180 wounded, and 3 missing. A grandson of J. C. Calhoun was killed by a scouting party at this place November 23, 1863. The town was occupied, and the rebels there driven out or captured, by Sherman's forces, January 15, 1865. Fohick Church, Va., was occupied by 400 Unionists October 4, 1861. . Fohick Run, Va., was the scene of an indecisive skir- mish January 9, 1862. Point of Rocks, Md., was the scene of a skirmish August 5, 1861. The rebels attempted to build fortifi- cation's opposite this place, but were driven back, No- vember 14. The Union forces were victorious in a brisk engagement here December 19. Point Pleasant, Mo., was, on March 9, 1862, occupied by Federals, thus cutting the communication between New Madrid and the main Confederate army down the river. Point Pleasant, Va., was captured by 100 rebels March 30, 1863. They were subsequently driven out, with a loss of 19 killed and 15 prisoners. Union loss, 2 killed and 3 wounded. Polk, Trusten, of Mo., was expelled from the United States Senate Jauuai-y 10, 1862. Pollard, Ala., was occupied by Union forces Decem- ber 16, 1864, the railroad destroyed, and public build- ings burned, etc. General Steele defeated a rebel force near this place March 25, 1865, mortally wounding and taking Clauton, their commander, capturing 250 pris- oners, seizing two railway trains, and tearing up the Montgomery Railroad track. Poliocksville, N. C. — An expedition from Newbern encountered 1,800 rebels at this place January 17, 1863, and drove them from the town and took possession, A number were wounded on both sides. Pomeroy, Ohio. (See John Morgan.) Pontachoula, La., was occupied by Union troops March 24, 1863. The combined forces of white and Indian rebels were defeated here May 13. 9* 202 EEBELLION EEQISTEE. Pontotoc, Miss., was occupied by A- J- Smith's forces July 11, 1864. Foolesville, Md., was the scene of a fight September 8, 1862. Rebels defeated, losing 7 killed; Union loss, 1 killed and 8 wounded. November 25, 60 Confederate cavalry crossed the Potomac and captured and paroled two telegraph operators at Poolesville. (See Pennsyl- vania Invasion.) Pope, Major-General John, was assigned to the com- mand of the Army of the Mississippi December 7, 1861, vrhere he did gallant and noble service, clearing Mis- souri of Price and his forces. In connection with Foote, he invested aud captured Island No. 10. While in pursuit of the rebels, after the battle of Shiloh, he was called to Washington, June 26, 1862, and July 14 as- sumed command of the Army of Virginia, and issued his famous orders, discarding the idea of maintaining lines of retreat and .base of support. On the 23d he ordered the arrest of all disloyal male citizens within the lines of his command. A retaliatory order was issued by the rebel Government, August 1, and General Pope and his officers declared not to be entitled to the privileges of prisoners of war. His campaign was sig- nally a failure, and September 8 he was relieved of his command, and assigned to that of the Ai*my of the North-west. Porter, D. D., was, soon after the outbreak of the rebel- lion, placed in command of the steam sloop-of-war, Pow- hatan, ranking No. 77 in the list of commanders. After a short time in the blockading service, he was called to take charge of the Mortar expedition. For a his- tory of his service, see Forts Jackson and St. Phillip, Vicksburg, Port Hudson, etc. He now bears rank as Eear- Admiral. Porter, Fitz John, by gallant service, won the rank of Major-General of volunteers. September 6, 1862, Gene- ral Pope preferred against him charges of insubordina- tion. He was dismissed the service January 22, 1863. Port Gibson, Miss. — Early on the morning of May 1, 1863, Grant's forces met the rebels about four miles from Port Gibson. Here the roads branched and ran along narrow, elevated ridges, with deep ravine.s on either side, REBELLION REGISTER. 203 the rebels occupying both branches in strong positions. On the right the Unionists drove the enemy steadily all day. On the left the rebels held their ground until nearly night, when they retreated, to make no further stand south of Bayou Pierre. / On the road leading to Port Gibson the rebels were pursued until nightfall, when the troops slept upon their arms until daylight. This was called the battle of Port Gibson, or of Thompson's Hills. The rebel loss was very heavy, and the Union loss was about 850 in killed and wounded. The contest had been a bloody one, but the results as- sured the capture of Port Gibson and the evacuation of Grand Gulf The next morning MeClernand's advance entered Port Gibson, the enemy having retreated, burning the bridge over Bayou Pierre. Port Hudson, La., was bombarded March 14, 1863. Admiral Farragut passed the batteries with a portion of his fleet. The Mississippi was grounded and burned by the rebel batteries. Of her crew 22 were killed and 42 taken prisoners. Little more was done until Blay 8, when the bombardment was renewed; no reply was elicited until the 10th, when the rebel batteries were silenced. A division of General Banks's army. May 21, had a nine hours' fight with the rebels on the Bayou Sara road, four miles in rear of Port Hudson. The rebels were defeated, losing 1,000 prisoners and a large number of killed and wounded left oa the field. They retired within their intrenehments. Union loss, 12 killed and 60 wounded. The place was invested May 26, and the attack made next morning, by an assault on the rebel works in rear, and the bombardment by the fleet in front. The outer line of works was taken, but with a loss of between 2,000 and 3,000 men. The 2d Louisiana (colored) Regiment lost 600 out of 900 inen. The bombardment continued, with frequent skirmish- ings, until June 14, when General Banks made a partially successful attack. ■ He gained a position within 100 yards of the fortifications. He lost 700 men killed and wounded. Finally, after two months' siege, the place surrendered July 8. 5,500 prisoners, 2 steamers, 60 guns, 5,000 small arms, 150,000 rounds cartridges, and 204 REBELLION REGISTER. 44,800 pounds of cannon-powder were among the cap- tures. Port Republic, Va., was the scene of a battle June 9, 1862. After a severe engagement, the Federals were forced to retire, with the loss of 2 guns and a large number of killed and wounded. Port Royal, S. 0. — The Union fleet, after several days preparation and reoonnoitering, made an attack on Forts Walker and Beauregard, commanding the entrance to Port Royal harbor, November 9, 1861, and after a five hours' fight the forts surrendered. The action is repre^ sented as most valorous, and the destruction by shells from the fleet terrible. The Union loss was 8 killed and 23 wounded. Rebel loss, heavy. The rebels fled, leaving behind them all their private property. The islands adjacent were occupied by Union forces, and the work of cotton -picking on the plantations com- menced December 11. Skirmishes occurred near here January 2, 5, 26, and August 29, 1862, in the last of which a rebel battery was captured. The rebels oper- ating in 8 large flatboats attempted to capture the Union pickets at Jenkins Island, Port Royal harbor, March 19, 1864, but were driven off. Port Royal, Va. — The Union gun-boats having been fired upon by the rebel batteries in front of Port Royal, Va., shelled the town, and destroyed a number of its best buildings, December 10, 1862 ; the batteries, after a two hours' engagement, were silenced. Union loss, 2 killed and 4 wounded. An artillery duel came off here September 1, 1863. Fotosi, Mo., was the scene of a skirmish and rebel defeat May 17, and August 9, 1861 ; but the result was different October 15, when Jeff. Thompson captured 50 Union troops. Pound Gap, Tenn., was taken by General Garfield, March 16, 1862, after defeating a body of rebels posted there. Prairie d'Anna, Ark., was abandoned by Price April 17, 1864, after being, flanked by Steele. Prairie Grove, near Fayetteville, Ark., was the scene of a hard-fought battle December 7, 1862, there having been, three days previous, skirmishing. The rebels made REBELLION EEGISTEE. 205 a foint in front of Blunt, and sent the main body to attack General Herron, who was advancing to reinforce Blunt. Blunt hastily moved forward, and arrived in time to prevent a flank movement on Herron's right; and, at 1;45 P. M., the engagement became general along the whole line. The battle raged fiercely and with great slaughter till dark, the contending alrmies alternately advamoing and retiring. During the night the Confede- rates retreated over the Boston Mountains, abandoning their dead and wounded. The Union loss in the engage- ment- was killed, 167 ; wounded, 798 ; missing, 1,148. Kebel loss estimated at 3,000 killed and wounded, of whom nearly 1,000 were buried on the field. Prentiss, Miss., was shelled and burned by the Union forces September 18, 1862. Prestonburg, Ky., was occupied by General Nelson, (Union) November 5, 1861. General Garfield over- taking Humphrey Marshall's forces at the forks of Mid- dle Creek, near this place, January 10, 1862, a fight ensued, which resulted in the total defeat of the rebels. Princeton, Ky., was the scene of a repulse to John Morgan, June 10, 1864. Prisoners. — Nothing, during the war, more exasperated the Unionists of the nation than the starvation of Federal prisoners of war in the Confederate prison-pens. Ander- sonville, Libby, and Salisbury, were, for some time at the North, considered as synonymous with murder and star- vation. It was a common thing when Union soldiers were taken prisoners, for them to be stripped of their clothing, leaving them only their drawers, shirt, and may- hap a blanket. With this short allowance of clothing the men were kept, during the winter even, without any other shelter than they could contrive by excavating a pit, and covering it with their blankets. At Andersonville, for some time, the daily ration was eight ounces of In- dian meal (kernel and cob ground together), and for sleeping apartments — they all had one— bounded by the prison walls, roofed by the vaulted arch of heaven, with mother earth for a bed. The result was, death to thou- sands, idocy to many, and the loss of feet and limbs to others. On October 29, 1863, a boat-load of exchanged Union 206 KEBELLION EEGISTER., p-isoners arrived at Annapolis, Md., several having died on the way, the result of exposure and starvation while in rebel hands. Indignation meetings were held through- out the North, and supplies collected and forwarded for the relief of these suffering patriots. The Confederate authorities, for a time, allowed .them to be delivered, but through their officers, on December 12, 1863, notified the Union authorities that no more supplies would be admitted within their lines. Colonel Ould (rebel com- missioner of exchange) on March 17, 1863, in a report to his superiors, seemingly exulted over the result of this in human, course, and added : " The arrangements I have made (for exchanging prisoners) works largely in our favor. We get rid of a set of miserable wretches, and receive some of the best material I ev6r saw." A por- tion of the rebel Congress remonstrated with Jeff. Davis against the treatment of Union prisoners of war, but ob- tained no change for the better. General Winder, when remonstrated with on the subject by one of his of&eers, replied, " the Q — d d — d wretches are not dying half fast enough." Henry Wirz was a fit subordinate, too, for such a chief. May 2, 1864, of 400 exchanged prisoners, 150 had to be carried to hospital ; many died on their way and after their arrival. It was, on May 15, 1865, es- timated that there had been, during the past two years, sixty-four thousand Union soldiers starved to death in rebel prisons. As a contrast with this, out of 500 rebel prisoners confined at Camp Chase, Ohio, who were or- dered exchanged, 260 voted to remain, preferring their place there to liberty in the so-cailed Confederacy. Proclamations. (See Appendix.) Public Debt. (See Appendix.) Pulaski, Teun., was occupied by the rebels, who cap- tured 250 Union troops. May 2, 1862. The town was occupied by General Rousseau, September 26, 1864, after whipping Forrest, and driving him toward Lafayette. Thomas, in his retreat before Hood, occupied the town November 23, 1864. Putnam's Ferry, Ark., was the scene of a skirmish, and rebel defeat, April 1, 1862. ■ Putnam's Ferry, Mo., was held by the Unionists Octo- ber 27, 1862, after defeating a force of 1,500 rebels. EEBELLION REGISTER. 207 Quaker Church, Va., was, on June 17, 1864, the scene of an undecisive action -between Hunter and Imboden. ftuallatown, N. C, was occupied by a Union expe- dition from Knoxville, February 7, 1864, after surprising Thomas and his white and Indian forces stationed there. Rebel loss, 215 killed and wounded, and 50 prisoners; Union loss, 8 killed and wounded. Queen City, Union gun-boat, was attacked June 23, 1864, near Clarendon, Ark., by a large force with 4 giins, and, after a sharp fight of half an hour, surren- dered. Her stores wore hastily removed, when she was blown up by her captors. Three gun-boats arrived soon after, ran the batteries, drove off the rebels, and recap- tured one of the Queen City's gups. Union loss, 40 men. Queen of the West, Union ram, was captured by the rebels at Gordon's Landing, on Red River, February 14, 1863, through the treachery of the pilot, who ran her aground under the guns of the rebel batteries ; 20 prison- ers^and 30 negroes were taken. Raleigh, N. C, was occupied, without resistance, by the Union troops April 13, 1865. Rappahannock River. — On August 21, 1862, the two armies faced each other on opposite sides of the Rappa- hannock. The rebels attempted to cross, but were driven back by General Reno. Cannonading continued next day. General Schurz crossed the river in the morning, and drove the rebels back, who rallied, and a severe fight ensued, which lasted till night, when the Union troops, not being strong enough to hold the advanced position, retired across th(! river. The battle was resumed on the 23d ; the rebels succeeded in crossing the river in the vicinity of Sulphur Springs, upon which an engagement ensued, which resulted in the rebels being driven across Great Run. General Pope subsequently fell back to Warrenton and Sulphur Springs. Raymond, Miss. (See Farnden's Creek.) Readyville, Tenn., was captured September 7, 1864, by Colonel Jordan, with about 250 of the 9th Pennsyl- vania Cavalry, after defeating Dibrell's rebel brigade, 2,000 strong, killing and wounding many, and taking over 100 prisoners. Union loss, small. Resaoa, Ga., was occupied by Johnson, on his retreat 208 REBELLION REOISTER. before Sherman, May 14, 1864, and the latter immedi- ately attacked. After two days' hard fighting, Johnson was compelled to evacuate this strong position, and before night of the 15th Hooker was in vigorous pursuit. Nine railroad trains, loaded with rebel stores, designed for Dalton, were captured by McPherson near Resaca on the 13th. Hood demanded the surrender of the place October 12, which Colonel Weaver, commanding, refused. The summons threatened, if surrender was refused, to take no prisoners. After some fighting, the rebels with- drew. Hichland, Ky. — Morgan's guerrillas captured a. train on the Louisville and Nashville Railroad near this place March 17, 1863, and were robbing it when they were dispersed by a detachment of Union soldiers, who killed several of them. Richmond, Ky. — A battle commenced here August 29, 1862, by a portion of the Union forces attacking, to check the rebel advance on the town. Coming upon them, General Manson opened with his artillery, and in a few minutes the whole line was engaged. After a severe fight of an hour, the rebels were driven beyond Rogers- ville. Early next morning the Confederates advanced upon the Unionists and drove them back. The battle raged with varying success all day. The Unionists were finally compelled to retreat. The Union loss is set down at 400 killed, 1,100 wounded, and 3,000 prisoners ; the rebel loss was 250 killed and 600 wounded. The town was, on February 22, 1863, entered by a body of 700 cavalry, under Chenault, Tucker, and Cluke, the Federal garrison falling back to Lexington. A force of rebels, under Pegram, about 2,500 strong, with six pieces of artillery, attacked a small Union gar- rison at this place July 27. After a severe fight of an hour, the Unionists were compelled to fall back to the Kentucky River. Richmond, La., was captured by the Unionists June 13, 1863. Richmond, Mo., was captured May 19, 1863, by guer- rillas, who killed two or three men, and captured the whole guard of the town. Richmond, Va., was, at an early period of the rebellion, REBELLION REGISTER. 209 chosen as the " Confede«i*e Capital." (For the battles of 1862, see Fair Oaks, Cross Keys, Oak Grove, Me- chanicsville, Gains's Mills, Peach Orchard, White Oak Swamp, Malvern Hill; for a history of Grant's move- ments against and final capture of the city, see Grant's Report.) Rich Mountain, Va., was the scene of a battle July 11, 1861. 3,000 Confederates, under Pegram, was here strongly intrenched. The Unionists made the attack. General Rosecrans, with three Indiana and one Ohio regiments, made, a circuit of the camp, and, by 3 o'clock P. M., attacked in the rear. After a fight of an hour and a half the Confederates were defeated, losing " all they had," with 60 killed and a large number wounded. Rosecrans lost 20 killed and 40 wounded. During the night the rebels retreated toward Beverly. Rienzi, Miss. — The 3d battalion of the 5th Ohio Cavalry and a detachment of the 66th Illinois surprised and captured a force of between 3,000 and 4,000 rebels, encamped near this place, July 18, 1863. Sturgis'a cavalry occupied the town June 7, 1864. Rienzi, Mo., was the scene of an indecisive skirmish August 27, 1862. Ringgold, Ga., was occupied by the Union forces, after some fighting, November 27, 1863, but evacuated December 1, the troops again concentrating at Chatta- nooga. The place was then held by the rebels, who left it January 31, 1864, and the Unionists occupied it again February 21. Ripley, Miss., was occupied by Sturgia's cavalry June 5, 1864. A body of Confederates, posted at this place, were dispersed with considerable loss, by General A. J. Smith's Ibrces, July 8, 1864. Ripley, Tenn., was occupied, and the rebel camp there broken up, January 8, 1863. Rebel loss, 8 killed, 20 wounded, 45 prisoners; Union loss, small. Roanoke Island. (See Burnside.) Roan Springs, Tenn., was the scene of a skirmish and rebel defeat November 2, 1863. Roan's Tan-yard, Randolph Co., Mo., was, on Janu- ary 8, 1862, the scene of a battle between the rebels, 1,000 strong, and the Union forces, numbering 480 men. 210 REBELLION REGISTER. After lialf an hour's feeble resistance, the rebels broke and fled, leaving every thing behind. Bockingham, 6a., was occupied by General Howard December 12, 1864. Rocky Face Eidge. (See Tunnel Hill.) Eogersville, Ala., was occupied by General Negley May 13, 1862, after driving out the rebels, who crossed the river. Rogersville, Tenn., was occupied November 5, 1863, by the rebels, who captured 800 men and 4 guns. The 13th Teanessee Cavalry met a band of guerrillas here August 22, 1864, of whom they killed 23 and wounded 35. Eomney, Va. — The Indiana Zouaves, Colonel Lew. Wallace, surprised a body of 500 Confederate troops at this place June 11, 1861, and routed them, killing two and wounding one seriously. General Kelley, with 2,500 men, attacked the Confed- erate outposts at Mill Creek, about five miles from Komney, and drove them upon the main body, at In- dian Mound Cemetery, to the west of the town, where they made a stand on a commanding position, and opened fire with 12-pounder rifled guns and a howitzer. Gen- eral Kelley ordered a charge upon the batteries, which was being executed in gallant style, when the rebels broke and fled precipitately through the town toward Winchester. Kebel loss, 450 prisoners, a number killed and wounded, and a large amount of war material; Union loss, 2 killed, 11 woundeS. General Lander oc- cupied the place February 7, 1862. Rosecrans, Wm. S., was, at the outbreak of the war, appointed as chief engineer on McClellan's staff. Gov- ernor Dennison appointed him Colonel of the 23d Ohio Volunteers June 10, 1861, and ten days later the Pres- ident appointed him Brigadier-General in the Regular Army. He assumed command of the Department of the Ohio July 22. He took his place at the head of the Army of the Mississippi June 26, 1862, and he was made Blajor-General of volunteers soon after. He as- sumed command of the Army of the Cumberland Octo- ber 30. On February 10, 1863, he issued an order de- claring that rebel soldiers found in Federal uniforms, REBELLION nEGISTEK. 211 or carrying the Federal flag, shall not be treated as prisoners of war or receive quarter in battle. A joint resolution of Congress, of March 3, thanked " General Rosecrans and his soldiers for gallantry and good conduct in the battle of Murfreesboro." He was succeeded by General Thomas, October 25, 1863, and assumed command of the Missouri Depart- ment January 30,, 1864. He held this position until December 2, when he was succeeded by General Dodge. (See Murfreesboro, Chiekamauga, etc.) Roseville, Ark. — About 400 Texan cavalry attempted to surprise a camp of 250 Federals, at this place, April 11, 1864, but were repulsed, losing 70 killed and wounded. Union loss about half as many. Ross, John, the Cherokee chief, on June 19, 1861, urged neutrality upon his nation, reminding them of their' obligations to the Government. Rosswell, Ga. (See Eousseau.) Rongh. and. Ready, Ga., was the scene of General Howard driving General Iverson toward Jonesboro, November 16, 1864, Round Top Mountain, Va. — General Sheridan's cav- alry fought nearly the entire force of the rebel cavalry, at this place, October 9, 1864. The rebels were defeated, driven from the field, and pursued 26 miles; 11 pieces of artillery and 180 men taken, with ambulav'ce and wagon trains. Rousseau. — During the rebellion, perhaps no General in his sphere did more gallant service, or was better loved by his men, than General Rousseau. Raiding was his delight; one is mentioned as an example: Rousseau left Decatur, Ala., July 10, 1864, with 2,700 cavalry. He crossed the Coosa River, on the 13th, and was immediately attacked by some Alabama cavalry, which he soon scattered, killing and capturing many He then visited Talladega, Tylocouga, Loachapoka, and Opelika, destroying quantities of niter and commissary stores ; also large iron-works. He destroyed 30 miles of the Montgomery and West Point Railroad, burning all the bridges and culverts, with 13 depots, besides cap- turing a train, heavily laden with provisions and cotton. At all of the aforementioned towns, he met with spirited 212 REBELLION REGISTER. opposition from large bands of rebels ; as also ' at the crossing of the Tallapoosa River. General Rousseau re- turned to Marietta, Georgia, having been over a week out. He lost only some 50 killed and wounded. Nearly 1,000 of the enemy were captured and paroled, and over 100 killed and wounded; 600 horses and mules were among the spoils collected. He thus made a successful circuit of 250 miles, starting from Northern Alabama, penetrating two-thirds of the State, approaching close to Montgomery, and thence pushing a north-easterly course some days, reached Marietta. Russelville, Ala., was occupied by Wilson's cavalry, without opposition, March 24, 1865. Sabbath. — An order for the strict observance of the Sabbath in the army was issued, by General McClellan, September 7, 1861, and President Lincoln issued a simi- lar order tp the Army and Navy, November 18, 1862. Sabine Pass, Texas. — At this place, January 21, 1863, the rebels captured the brig Morning Light and the schooner Velocity, 13 guns, 11,000,000 worth of prop- erty, and 109 prisoners. The Morning Light was after- ward destroyed, to prevent its recapture by the Federals. An expedition was fitted out at New Orleans for the capture of this position, but failed in an attack Septem- ber 8, and returned on the 12th, having lost two vessels. Sabine Cross-roads. (See Mansfield.) Salem, Ark., was, on March 16, 1862, the scene of a fight between 250 Union soldiers and 1,000 rebels; the rebels were surprised and defeated, with a loss of IQO killed and wounded. Union loss, 25 killed and wounded. Salem, Ind. (See John Morgan.) Salem, Miss., was the scene of an engagement October 8, 1863. S. D. Lee, with 4,000 rebels, attacked 1,500 Federals, under McCrellis and Phillips. After a stub- born fight, the latter were defeated, with the loss of 15 or 20 killed and wounded. Salem, Mo. — About 300 rebels, under Freeman and Turner, surprised the Union garrison at this place. Major Bowen rallied his men, and the rebels were re- pulsed. Salem, Tenn., was occupied by Averill's raiders De- cember 16, 1863. They destroyed the railroad for 15 liEBELLION REGISTER. 213 miles; 5 bridges, 3 large depot buildings, and an im- mense quantity of stores were burned. Salem Heights. (See Fredericksburg., Va.) Salisbury, N. C, was captured by Stoneman April 12, 1865. He took 1,165 prisoners, 19 guns, and 8 flags; destroyed a large quantity of supplies, including 7,000 bales cotton, 1,000,000 rounds of ammuntion, etc. ; also a large arsenal and all its machinery, 6 depots in the vicinity, 2 engines and trains, several bridges, and sev- eral miles of railroad. Salt-peter was ordered seized in the rebel States for the Grovernment, and 50 cents per pound allowed there- for. Saltville, Va., was th''e seat of the most extensive salt-works in the South, and upon its production the Confederates in a great measure depended. In Septem- ber, 1864, General Burbridge, with a force of 2,500 men, moved from his camp in Kentucky, upon this place, October 2. He arrived near the town, and drove the rebels from Clinch Mountain and Laurel Graps, and attacking them, forced them into their strong intrench- ments around Saltville ; but his ammunition giving out, he retired safely. The rebel force was double his. General Burbridge, with 4,000 cavalry, arrived at Bean Station, Tenn., December 2, and on the 11th was joined by Gillem's brigade, under Stoneman, who was to com- mand a raid upon Saltville, which was immediately or- ganized. General Stoneman, on the 13th, surprised, flanked, and defeated Colonel Morgan, with Duke's bri- gade, at Kingsport, killing and wounding 15, and taking 85 prisoners, the rebels retreating to Bristol, Tenn. About the same time, Breckenridge, with 3,000 troops, attacked General Gillem, near Morristown, routing him, and capturing his artillery (6 guns) and several hun- dred prisoners ; the remainder of the command escaped to Strawberry Plains^ and Knoxville. Burbridge fol- lowed the rebels, and next morning, at three o'clock, entered Bristol, charging into the town, sword in hand, captured 300 prisoners and a train of cars with the mail for Eichmond; the remainder of Duke's brigade fled. Burbridge at once proceeded toward Vaughn's' position at Zollicofi'er, 12 miles further. The latter retreated 214 EEEEL-LION EEGISTER. hastily toward Abiugton, but tlie Union forces reaching there two hours ahead, and capturing large quantities of stores and ammunition, Vaughn fled toward Wytheville, closely pursued by General Gillem, who captured 300 prisoners, 3 guns, a wagon train of ammunition, and some stores. Major Harrison, the same day, with 300 picked cavalry, cut the railroad east of Saltville, just after Breckenridge had gone thither with 200 militia from Lynchburg ; took and burned 2 trains, and dashed up the railroad toward Wytheville, burning bridges. The 16th found Vaughn pursuing Harrison, while Gil- lem was trying to overtake Vaughn. Gillem overtook Vaughn's rear guard at Marion, capturing most of it. Then charging the main body, and being reinforced, drove it, and forced another battle at Mount Airy, again defeating the rebels, capturing 7 guns and many prison- ers. The rebels continued through Wytheville, where Gillem met the home-guard, which he dispersed, taking their 4 guns, and continued his pursuit of Vaughn, who fled with 100 men — left out of 1,600 — the rest being killed, wounded, prisoners, or dispersed. General Gil- lem having thus made atonement for his defeat at Mor- ristown, proceeded to destroy the railroad bridge, 4 miles of track, the lead-works, and rebel stores. General Bur- bridge, in leaving Wytheville on the 19th, was repulsed by Breckenridge at Marion, but General Gillem coming up, again relieved the fortunes of the day, capturing 11 guns, 200 prisoners, 93 wagons, and Breckenridge's head- quarters, that General retreating to Mount Airy, and thence into North Carolina. Saltville was occupied on the 20th, after driving out the rebels by a midnight attack. The salt-works and machinery were all de- stroyed, the wells being all filled up with stones and rail- road iron. This raiding party marched 464 miles in eighteen days, and was among the most successful of the war : 11 founderies, 40 flouring-mills, 50 saw-mills, 30 large bridges, 13 locomotives, 100 cars, and immense amounts of provisions, ammunition, and military stores were destroyed ; 20 guns, several thousand cattle, and 900 prisoners were captured — ^the whole damage to the rebels being over $3,000,000. Salt-works, at Yellville, Ark., was destroyed IJecem- REBELLION REGISTER. 215 ber 15, 1862; those at Tampa Bay, Fla., July 11, 1864; those at Kingsbury, Ga., November 2, 1862 ; those near Wilmington, N. C, April 21, 1864; and those at Taze- well, Va., May 7, 1864. Sandersville, Ga., was occupied by Sherman's right wing November 26, 1864. Sandtown, Ga., was occupied by Eilpatriok August 19, 1864. Sanitary Commission was authorized by the President June 8, 1861, and issued its first address to the people on the 26th. Branches were formed in nearly every town in the North. Many a poor sick soldier has blessed the Commission ; and to it, under God's blessing, is many a one owing his life. San Jaeinto. (See Mason.) Santa Fe, N. M., was occupied by rebel troops April 10, 1862, who evacuated it April 21, the Union forces driving them out. (See Apache Canon.) Santa Rosa. (See Fort Pickens.) Sartartia, Miss., was the scene of an action June 4, 1863, fought by 3,000 Unionists, under General Kimball, and 2,000 Confederates, under Wirt Adams, and lasted thirty minutes, when the rebels were routed, losing con- siderably in killed and wounded, and 100 prisoners. Union loss, 1 killed and 17 wounded. A detachment of Sherman's army, moving against Yazoo City, was fired iipon near this place February 4, 1863, by 3,000 Texans from the shore. The troops were immediately landed, and, assisted by the gun-boats, succeeded in dislodging ,the rebels, losing 9 men killed of the 11th Illinois and 8th Louisiana. The rebel loss was unknown. Savannah, Ga., was blockaded May 28, 1861. Fort Pulaski, at the mouth of the river, was taken possession of by the State authorities January 3, 1861. About February 1, 1862, batteries were erected on Venus Island,- whieh cut the. fort off from the main land. These were unsuccessfully attacked by four rebel gun-boats February 15. The siege was kept up until April 10, when a summons to surrender was sent in, which being refused, the bombardment immediately commenced, and continued vigorously through the day. At night new batteries were planted, and nezt morning breaches were discovered 216 EEBELLION REGISTER. in the south-east face of the fort. The bombardment was continued vigorously, and, at 2 o'clock, the fort surrendered; 47 guns, 7,000 shot and shell, 40,000 pounds of powder, and 385 prisoners were taken with the fort. Union loss, one man killed and one slightly wounded ; the Confederates had three severely wounded. Savannah, after this, rested in comparative quiet, until Sherman was known to be east of the Oconee, when the excitement was terrible. On December 9, 1864, General Howard was ten miles west of the city, and from thence communicated, on the 11th, with Admiral Dahlgren, commanding the fleet. General Sherman, on the 20th, demanded the surrender of the city. Hardee refused, but that night blowed up his rams and retreated north- ward. Sherman entered the tjity on the 21st, receiving its surrender from the Mayor. The captures included 800 prisoners, 33,000 bales of cotton, 150 cannon, 13 locomotives, 190 cars, 3 steamers, many stores, and much ammunition. General Geary was made Military Governor. Sherman's ^rmy, in three columns — one toward Charles- ton, and the other two, by different roads, toward Branchville, S. C. — started from Savannah January 17, 1865, and on the 27th the last division, under Geary, moved out. Savannah., Tenn., was occupied by Union troops April 16, 1862, after defeating the rebels, who lost 5 killed, and 65 wounded. Schenck, Robert C, proved himself a patriot, and alike able to cope with rebels in the field as a soldier, or in Congress as a stateman. Scottsville, Ky. — Rebel Colonel Hamilton, with 500 men, attacked the garrison of 150 men at this place January 28, 1864. After a desperate fight, the garrison capitulated ; the rebels then, disregarding the agreement made to respect private property, destroyed the court- house and all the public documents. Sea Brook Island. (See Charleston.) Semmes. (See Alabama.) Semmesport, La., was occupied by General Smith's forces March 13, 1864. Seneca, Va., was the scene of a Union defeat March 21, 1863. EEBELLION REGISTEB. 217 Senate of the TJ, S., on July 11, 1861, voted to expel from that body Senators James M. Mason and R. M. T. Hunter, of Virginia; Thomas L. Clingman and Thomas Bragg, of North Carolina; Louis T. Wigfall and J. W. Hemphill, of Texas; Charles B. Mitchell and William K. Sebastian, of Arkansas; and A. 0. P. Nicholson, of Tennessee. Seven Pines. (See Fair Oaks.) Sevierville, Tenn. (See Fair Garden.) Seward, Wm. H., was called into Mr. Lincoln's Cab- inet as Secretary of State March 4, 1864. He has held that position during the rebellion. To him is, in a great measure, due the skillful nianagement and successful issue of the nation's foreign policy. October 14, 1861, he issued a circular to Governors of States, advising sea- coast and lake defenses. He tendered his resignation December 18, 1862, which was not accepted. He was thrown from his carriage, in Washington, and had his arm and jaw broken, April 5, 1865. While confined to his room by his injuries, he was, on the evening of the 14th, (the same evening on" which President Lincoln was assas- sinated,) attacked by one Payne, Booth's confederate. Payne made his way to Mr. Seward's residence about 10 o'clock in the evening, disabled several persons who opposed him, inflicting exceedingly serious wounds upon Mr. Frederick Seward, and, having made his way into the room where Secretary Seward was lying, stabbed him repeatedly, and would probably have killed him had he not rolled out upon the floor. The would-be assassin then escaped, despite all efforts to secure him. Sewall's Point was the scene of artillery fighting May 19, 1861, and May 8, 1862. Shakertown, Ky., was entered, and several cars de- stroyed, by guerrillas, February 20, 1863. Shawnee Creek, Kansas. — The guerrillas captured a wagon train near this place May 24, 1863. Shawneetown, Ark., was destroyed by guerrillas June 6, 1863. Shawneetown, 111. — Colonel Johnson, commanding guerrillas, crossed the Ohio River at Shawneetown, cap- tured four steamers, and destroyed their cargoes, Au- gust 13, 1864. 10 218 EEJSEtLION REOISTER. Sbelbyrille, Tean., was occupied by G-eaeral Mitchell's forces A.pril 6, 1862, and by Roseorans' troops June 27, 1863. The rebels attacked the place October 4, but were repulsed. SJieJ.1 Mound, Tenn., was the scene of a battle and Union victory October 31, 1863. Shepherdstown, Md. (See Maryland and Pennsyl- vania Invasion.) Shepherdstown, Va., was the scene of a skirmish September 4, 1861. Sheridan, Philip H., Major-General, although having previously done good service, was brought prominently before the public by being placed in command of the cavalry of the Potomac army in March, 1864. Between the 10th and 27th of May, he made a series of raids about Eichmond, which were the wonder and admiration of all observers. He assumed command of the Middle Military Division August 7, whipped Early at Winches- ter September 19, and, on the 22d, again at Fisher's Hill ; after which followed a series of most gallant victories, crowned by the complete triumph of Cedar Creek, October 19. He was, for gallantry here shown, promoted to Major-General in the Regular Army, dating frera Nov^ember 8, 1864. He left his camp at Winches^ tea- February 27, 1865, to join Orjjnt in the final reduc- tion of Richmond, for the history of which see Grant's Report. After the capture of Lee's army. General Sheridan was assigned to the command of the Texas Department. Sherman, William Tecumseh, was born in Lancaster County, Ohio, February 8, 1820. His father dying when William was but 8 years old, he was taken into the family pf the Hon. Thomas Ewing, through whose influence he entered West Point Military Academy in 1836, ftt the age of 16. He graduated June 20, 1840, ranking sixth in a class of forty. He next day entered the Regular Army as 2d Lieutenant of Artillery, connected with the 3d Regiment. He was ordered to Fort Sumter in 1841 ; to California, in 1846; to St. Louis, in 1850; and, subsequently, to New Orleans. He was, in 1851, breveted Captain in the Regular Army, for "meritorious service," dating from May 30, 1848. He resigned hi» REBELLION REGISTER. 219 position in the army in 1853, going to California, wtere he was connected with a banking-house. On his return to the States, he was invited to tlie Presidency of the Louisiana Military Academy, which position he promptly resigned upon Louisiana passing the secession ordinance. He had very flattering offers from the Confederate au- thorities, but, refusing all their overtures, he started North, where he took his place among the Union de- fenders, ranking as Colonel. He took an important part in the battle of Bull Run, acting as Brigadier-General, soon after being promoted to that rank, his commission dating from May 17, 1861, and placed second in com- mand to General Anderson, then commanding the De- partment of the Cumberland. Upon General Anderson's resigning. General Sherman succeeded him October 8. He was relieved of this position, and assigned to a com- mand in Western Missouri, November 10, and shortly after to Benton Barracks. Next, he was placed in com- mand of Paducah, the base of supplies for General Grant's army, then operating against Forts Donaldson and Henry. He commanded a division at the battle of Shiloh, receiving special commendation for his services in the report of General Grant, commanding. The his- tory of his movements against Vicksburg, on the Yazoo, etc., will be found under those heads. He was appointed to the command of the Army of the Tennessee October 27, 1863. He was, on March 12, 1864, assigned to the command of the Division of the Mississippi. The history of his movements against Atlanta, Savannah, his route through the Carolinas, etc., will be found under their appropriate headings. He 4)ade his army farewell at Washington, May 30, 1865. Sterwood, Mo., was the scene of a skirmish and Union defeat May 18, 1863. Shiloh, Tenn. — The battle of Shiloh was commenced April 6, 1862. The Confederates, 45,000 strong, under Beauregard and Johnston, attacked the Union forces, 35,000 strong, under General Grant, at Pittsburg Land- ing. The battle raged fiercely all day. The Union army was driven to the river, with the loss of General Prentiss and 2,500 men, prisoners, 36 pieces of artillery, and a large amount of camp equipage. The arflay was 220 EEBELLION UEOISTEB. saved from total defeat by the operations of tlie gun- boats on the rebel right wing. General Johnston, the rebel comnia>nder, was killed. The advance of General Buell's army, from Nashville, appeared on the banks of the river late in the evening, and spent the night in crossing to the relief of General Grant. Early next morning the engagement became general; the fresh troops from General Buell's army checked the rebels, and turned the scale in favor of the Union army. The whole line advanced, and the rebels fell back, and were pursued by Sherman's division. The Union loss was 1,614 killed (including Brigadier- General W. H. L. Vv''allace), 7,721 wounded, and 3,963 missing and pris- oners. The Confederate loss was never fully known. They left some 3,000 dead on the field. Ship G-ap, Ga., was occupied by General Sherman's forces on October 16, 1864. This secured railroad communications for Sherman's supplies. Ship Island, at the entrance to Lake Borgne, Louis- iana, was occupied by Union troops September 16, 1861. The Government had destroyed the fortifications in May, since which time the' rebels held it. This island was used as a camp during the preparations for the capture of New Orleans. SMppensburg. (See Pennsylvania Invasion.) Shipping Point, Va., was occupied by Unionists March 28, 1862. ■. Shooter's Hill, Va., was the scene of a skirmish June 28, 1861. Shreveport, La., was occupied March 16, 1864, by the rebels, who burned two steamers and 3,000 bales of cotton. Sikeston, Mo., was a skirmish scene February 28, 1862. Simmonsport, La., was destroyed by Union gun- boats June 4, 1863. Sisters Ferry, Ga. — Sherman's cavalry demonstrated against this place December 6, 1864, and, after a skir- mish with two rebel brigades there, moved on toward Savannah. Six-mile Station. (See G-rant's Report.) Skeet, N. C, was a skirmish scene March 4, 1863. EEBELLION REGISSPEE. 221 Skidaway, Ga. — The fortifications on Skidaway and G-reen Islands, in Warsaw Sound, were blown up, by- order of Commodore Dupont, March 24, 1862. Slate Creek, Ky., was the scene of a skirmish and Union defeat June 13, 1863. Slater's Mills, Va., was the scene of an indecisive engagement May 9, 1862. Slatersville, N. C, was occupied by Greneral Stone- man April 13, 1865. Slidell. (See Mason.) Smith, Major-General Andrew J., proved himself a good soldier and the soldier's friend. He commanded a division, under Sherman, against Vicksburg. (See Mansfield, Louisiana; Pleasant Hill, Nashville, and Mobile.) Smith's Ferry, Ala., was held by Eousseau July 16, 1864. Smithfield, N. C, was occupied, April 11, 1865, by the 75th Indiana Regiment. Smithfield, Va., was occupied by Union troops March 6, 1862. An indecisive skirmish occurred here Febru- ary 12, 1863. A rebel mail was captured, and six of the escort wounded, at this point April 14, 1864. Sheridan drove Early through Smithfield August 28, 1864. Snake Gap, 15 miles south of Dalton, G-eorgia, was captured by General McPherson May 8, 1864, thus flanking Rocky Face Ridge, and threatening Resaca. Snicker's Gap, Va., was a skirmish scene October 28, 1862. The gap was occupied by General Hancock's forces, after driving out the rebels, November 2. They returned next day, but were driven oif, losing heavily. General Stahl, on November 29, had a skirmish with the rebels, who were completely routed, and lost all their camp equipage, 50 killed and wounded, 40 pris- oners, etc. ; Union loss, 15 killed and wounded. Crook overtook Early at this point July 17, 1864, capturing a portion of his plunder. The rebels burned part of their stores, and fled southward with the rest. Snow Hill, near Auburn, Tenn. — General Stanley, with 2,000 cavalry and Colonel Matthews's infantry bri- gade, attacked Morgan and Wheeler, with eight regiments. 222 REBKLLION REGISTER. at this place, April 2, 1863, and routed tiem. They lost 15 or 20 killed ; GO prisoners, and 300 horses were taken. Snydersville, La. — There was an engagement at Brooks's plantation April 1, 1864, between 600 of the 1st Massachusetts Colored Cavalry and 1,000 rebels, lasting several hours, and resulting in the rout of the latter. Rebel loss unknown ; Union loss, 46 killed and wounded. Somerset Ky. — The battle of Somerset (or Mill Spring) was fought January 19, 1862, commencing at 6 o'clock, A. M. A rebel force 10,000 strong, under Generals Crittenden and Zollicoffer attacked the Union forces (four regiments) under General Thomas. The latter were dreadfully cut up, but after the first and se- verest engagement, they were reinforced by nine regi- ments and several batteries, and completely routed their antagonists, who were driven back to their intrench- ments on the Cumberland liiver, which they recrossed during the night, and retreated in confusion. General ZolliooiFer was killed during the fight. The Unionists captured 10 cannon, 100 wagons, 1,200 horses, 1,000 muskets, several boxes of arms, and large quantities of ammunition and subsistence stores, together with a num- ber of boats. Rebel loss, 192 killed, 68 wounded, and 89 prisoners; Union loss, 39 killed and 207 wounded. General Gillmore defeated the rebels at this place, March 31, 1863, driving them into the Cumberland. Union loss, 10 killed, and 25 wounded ; rebel loss, 45 killed and wounded, and 400 prisoners. There was a skirmish at Mill Spring, near this place, April 28, and another May 31, in which the Unionists were defeated with a loss of 33 prisoners. Sommerville, Tenn., was, on March 30, 1863, the scene of a rebel defeat, in which they lost 150 prisoners, and 200 cattle. Grierson's cavalry was beaten, with small loss, at this place, April 2, 1864. South Carolina. — A bill to raise and equip 10,000 volunteers for the defense of the State passed the State Legislature November 10, 1860. The State Convention met at Columbia December 17, but on account of small- pox, adjourned to Charleston. A secession ordinance was passed December 20, and the following day a decla- REBELLION KEGISTER. 223 ration of causes was adopted. Governor Pickens, t)-n the 24th, issued a proclamation, declaring " South Carolina a soveieign, free, and independent nation." The Con- vention, on the 25 th, passed a resolution, having in view the formation of a Southern Confederacy, and on the 31st commissioners were sent to the other slave States to lay the plan before them. An oath of abjuration and allegiance was adopted the same day. On January 4, 1861, the Convention appointed seven delegates to "the General Congress of the Seceding States," and next day adjourned, subject to the call of its President. The Legislature, on January 14, declared that any attempt to reinforce Fort Sumter would be an act of war, and on the 31st proposed to buy it. The Convention reassem- bled March 26, and April 3 ratified the Constitution of the Confederate States (146 v. 16). South Mountain, Md. — A battle was fought here Sep- tember 14, 1862. General McClellan attacked the main body of the rebel army, when a general engagement en- sued. Rebels fell back slowly, contending stubbornly for every inch of ground. In this way the battle raged furiously all day. In the night the rebels retreated toward the Potomac, leaving their dead and wounded on the field. Union loss, 443 killed, including General Reno, 1,806 wounded, and 176 taken prisoners ; Con- federate loss, 4,300 killed, wounded, and prisoners. South. Union, Ky., was a skirmish scene — rebels de- feated—May 13, 1863. Spanish Fort. (See Mobile.) Spanish. Wells, S. C, was captured, and the signal station burned, March 13, 1863. Spottsylvania. (See Grant's Report.) Springfield, Mo., was occupied by General Lyon August 5, 1861, in his retreat before the rebels, and again by the Union forces, after the battle of Wilson's Creek, on the 11th. Major Zagonyi, at the head of about 300 of General Fremont's body-guard, charged against 2,000 rebels, drawn in line of battle, near this place, October 25, and routed them, killing and wound- ing a great number. They then cleared Springfield of rebels, where Generals Fremont and Sigel arrived next day, amid much enthusiasm. The town was occupied 224 EEBELLION REOISTER. by rebels under MeCullocb November 26. The Union forces, under General Curtis, took possession of the town February 13, 1862, the rebels having evacuated it during the previous night, leaving in the hospitals 600 sick and wounded. Marmaduke, with 5,000 rebels and 16 pieces of artillery, attacked the town January 8, 1863, defended by 2,000 men, and 5 pieces of artillery in bad order ; the rebels were defeated. Union loss, 17 killed and a number wounded; rebel loss, 50 killed and many wounded. St. Augustine, Florida, and the adjacent fort of five guns, was surrendered to Commodore Dupont March 11, 1862, th« people of the town raising the Union flag. St. Albans Raid. — A band of about 20 rebel refugees, from Canada, entered St. Albans, Vt., October 19, 1864, robbed three banks of $150,000, shot several men, stole each a horse, and fled whence they came. Eight of the raiders and $50,000 of the money were captured next day. The Canadian Judge Coursol discharged them December 13, on an unfounded legal pretense. The Ca- nadian Parliament, January 23, 1865, reproved this action of their Judge, and he was removed from office. They were again discharged by Judge Smith, at Mon- treal, and immediately rearrested on another warrant. They were discharged, and again arrested April 5, and all but one again discharged April 10. St. Charles, Mo., was occupied June 27, 1864, by General Carr, after defeating the rebels under Shelby, who lost 200 killed and wounded, and 500 prisoners. The guns of the "Queen City" were also retaken by the Unionists. St. Genevieve, Mo., was occupied by Union troops, who captured $58,000, August 16, 1861. St. John's Bluff, Fla. — The rebel batteries at this point were silenced September 17, 1862. St. Marks, Fla. — The salt-works were here destroyed March 1, 1864. St. Marys, Ga., was destroyed by Union gun-boats November 9, 1862. Stafford's Store, Va., was a skirmish scene February 5, 1863. REBELLION REGISTER. 225 Stamford, Ky. — The rebels captured and burned 60 wagons, near this place, July 31, 1863. Stanton, Edwin JUL., was called into President Lio coin's Cabinet, as Secretary of War, January 13, 1862, vice Cameron, resigned. Staunton, Va., was occupied by General Hunter June 6, 1864. After destroying $3,000,000 worth of public stores, he moved toward Lynchburg. Stephens, Alex. H,, in a speech at Milledgeville, November 15, 1860, opposed secession. He was elected Provisional Vice-President of the Confederate States February 9, 1861, and was inaugurated on the 18th, and July 11 upheld secession in a speech at Augusta. Stewart's Landing, Tenn. — Wheeler attacked and murdered the colored garrison at this place August 20, 1864. Stewart's Kill, Va., was a skirmish scene September 11, 1861. Stone River. (See Murfreesboro.) Strasburg, Va., was occupied January 1, 1862, by Gen- eral Fremont, after driving out the rebels. There was an indecisive skirmish here March 27. General Banks's forces evacuated the town May 24, retreating to Win- chester. On February 25, after skirmishing all day, the rebels were defeated, losing all the Union prisoners they had taken, and 20 others. The rebels, being rein- forced, surprised the Unionists, and captured 200 of them. There were indecisive cavalry skirmishes here April 29 and November 17. Strawberry Plains, Tenn., was the scene of a rebel defeat January 10, 1864. General Sturgis fell back from Dandridge to this place on the 7th, and, soon after leaving it, it was occupied by Longstreet, who retired toward Bull's Gap February 20. Streight, Colonel A. D., left Nashville, Tenn., April 11, 1863, for a raid into Georgia. After doing the rebels immense damage, his whole command was captured on May 3, near Rome, Ga., by General Forrest and Colonel Roddy; 1,375 men, with all their horses and equipments, were surrendered. Colonel Streight lost 72 men killed, wounded, and missing, in his whole raid, while that of the rebels was between 500 and 600. He was carried 10* 226 REBELLION REGISTER. to Libby Prison, where he was confined until May 10, 1864, when he and 106 other Union officers, after 51 days' work tunneling, made their escape. He and 54 others succeeded in making the Union lines, while 48 were recaptured. He was withheld from exchange on false pretenses of stirring up servile insurrection in Georgia. For a full history, and the manner of treat- ing Union prisoners, see his publication, " The Prisoner of War." (See Dayton's G-ap.) Suden's Cove, "Tenn., was a skirmish scene June 5, 1862. Suffolk, Va., was occupied by Union forces May 18, 1862. The Union pickets were driven in November 19. A brisk skirmish occurred here December 12. Skir- mishing commenced here again April 14, 1863, and was of frequent occurrence during the spring and summer. Sugar Creek, Ark., was the scene of a brisk engage- ment February 17, 1862. Union loss, 5 killed and 13 wounded. Sugar Loaf Mountain, Md., was occupied by Union- ists September 10, 1862. Sulphur Springs, Tenn., was the scene of a cavalry skirmish October 21, 1863. A sharp but indecisive battle was fought here August 11, 1864. Sultanna, a transport steamer, with 1,886 souls aboard, mostly paroled prisoners, blew up, near Memphis, April 28, 1865. About 1,100 lives were lost in this disaster, due to the negligence or cupidity of those in charge of the Union prisoners, just paroled from the Southern starvation prisons. Summersville, Va. — On August 26, 1862, while at breakfast. Colonel Tyler's 7th Ohio Regiment were sur- rounded by the Confederates. They rallied, however, and cut their way through four times their number ; the casualities were few. The rebels were driven in a skir- mish here February 9, 1863. (See Carnifex Perry.) Surratt, Mrs. (See Herold.) Swan Quarter, N. C, was the scene of a rebel defeat March 4, 1863. Union loss, 20; rebel loss, 25. Talladega, Ala., was occupied by Rousseau July 15, 1864. He paroled 140 sick rebels, and destroyed public stores, etc. REBELLION EEGISTER. 227 Tallahatchie, Miss., was evacuated by the rebels De- cember 1, 1862. Tampa Bay, Fla. (See Salt-works.) Tappahaunock, Va., was taken by the Union gun- boats May 30, 1863. Tazewell, Tenn., was the scene of brisk skirmishing August 5 and 6, 1862; the rebels were defeated. The garrison here repulsed the rebels 400 strong, January 26, 1864. Tazewell, Va. (See Salt-works.) Teche Country, La., was the scene of skirmishing, and a Union victory April 12, 13, and 14, 1863. Telegraph.— By order of the Government, the United States Marshals seized the records of the telegraph of- fices throughout the North May 20, 1861. The object was to ascertain who were aiding the rebellion. An order regulating the conveyance of intelligence concerning military operations was issued July 8. Con- gress, on January 31, 1862, authorized the President to take possession of the different lines, which he did Feb- ruary 25, 1862. Tennessee. — The Legislature, on May 6, 1861, passed an ordinance of secession, which was termed a Declara- tion of Independence, and ordered it to be voted on by the people ; passed by Senate (20 v. 4) and by House (46 V. 21). Next day the Grovernor announced a military league between that State and the Confederate States. On June 21, a Union Convention met at Knoxville. On the fourth day- of its session it adopted a declaration of grievances against the usurping body which voted the State out of the Union and into the Confederate States. This ordinance of secession was submitted to the people and adopted, as per Grovernor Harris's proclamation, June 24. Ayes, 104,913; nays, 47,238. President Lincoln declared the State in insurrection August 16. The State was for some time represented in the Confederate Con- gress, though its actual position was nearly all the time with the Union. The State Convention passed an eman- cipation resolution January 15, 1865. Texas. — The State Convention met at Austin Janu- ary 28, 1861, and on February 1 passed an ordinance of secession (166 v. 7), to be submitted to the people 228 EEBELLION REGISTER. on the 22d, and, unless rejected by a majority vote, to take effect on the 2d of March. The ordinance was ratified by the people by 24,000 majority, the Union men there — many of them — not daring to vote. The State Convention ratified the Con- federate Constitution March 25. The State was de- clared in insurrection May 19. (See Houston.) General A. J. Hamilton was appointed Military Grovernor No- vember 15, 1862. Thomas, George H., was commissioned as Lieuten- ant-Colonel April 25, 1861; promoted to Colonel May 5, to Brigadier-General of volunteers August 17; fought the battle of Mill Spring January 19, 1862 ; was pro- moted to Major-General of volunteers April 25. He succeeded General Buell in command of the Army of the Cumberland October 30. He was made Brigadier- General in the Kegular Army October 27, 1863, and Major-General January 1, 1865. (See Stone River, Chickamauga, Mission Ridge, Atlanta, Nashville, etc.) Thompson, Jacob, Buchanan's Secretary of the In- terior, went to Raleigh, to persuade the North Carolina Legislature to vote for secession, November 18, 1860. He resigned January 8, 1861, after betraying the sail- ing of the "Star of the West" to reinforce Fort Sumter. Thompson's Hill. (See Port Gibson.) Thompson's Station. (See Franklin, Tenn.) Thoroughfare Gap, Va., was occupied by Union troops April 2, 1862. General Stahl, on November 3, drove the rebels out of the gap and occupied it. Three-mile Station, Va., was attacked January 14, 1864, by a party of 200 rebels, who were repulsed. Tiger Creek, Ga., was the scene of a Union victory April 29, 1864. Times, Chicago, was suppressed June 2, 1863, by order of General Burnside. President Lincoln revoked the order on the 4th. Tishamingo. (See Guntown.) Tolando, Miss., was occupied, and the 1st Alabama Cavalry captured, October 25, 1863. Tomkinsville, Ky., was the scene of an engagement April 22, 1863. Court-house destroyed. Trent. (See Mason.) KEBELLION KEGISTEK. 229 Triune, Tenn., was, on June 12, 1863, attacked by a rebel force, who were repulsed. TuUahoma, Tenn., was occupied by General Rose- crans's advance July 1, 1863, Bragg evacuating the night before. Tunnel Hill, 6a. — General Palmer left Chattanooga for a reconnoisance toward Tunnel Hill January 27, 1864. After considerable skirmishing, he next day drove in the rebel pickets, and then fell back to draw out the rebels, who retreated again at night. Union loss, 2 wounded; rebel loss, 10 killed and 20 or 25 wounded. The rebels then held the position. General Palmer again, February 23, after skirmishing with the rebels all day, drove them to Tunnel Hill, capturing over 300 prisoners. Union loss, 75 killed and wounded. On the 25th he occupied the town, and, after consider- able skirmishing, his troops penetrated to the front of Dalton, losing 3 killed and 12 wounded. The reliels re- ported their loss at 150 killed and wounded. He fell back to Tunnel Hill next day. This was made a base in the commencement of operations against Buzzard Roost and Dalton. Tupelo, Miss. — The railroad bridge at this place was destroyed December 28, 1862. The rebels were de- feated here May 6, 1863, losing 100 prisoners. Tuscaloosa, Ala., was occupied by Wilson's cavalry March 22, 1865. Tuscumbia, Ala. — The Union troops, on December 13, 1862, surprised and defeated a rebel force at this place. The same thing was done February 22, 1863; 200 prisoners, one piece of artillery, a large quantity of ammunitioD, and a provision train were captured. The rebels attacked the Union gunboats April 2, but did no damage. The place was, on the 25th, occupied by Federal troops, the rebels being driven out. Federal loss, 100; rebel loss, not known. Tuscumbia, Mo., was a skirmish scene September 20, 1861. Union City, Ky., was surrendered by Colonel Hawkins to General Forrest March 24, 1864. Union loss, 425 men, prisoners,- and a number of horses, mules, etc. Union City, Tenn.— March 31, 1862, Colonel Buford, 230 REBELLION REGISTER. with a force of infantry, cavalry, and artillery, captured Union City, dispersing the rebel force at that place. Unionville, Tenn., was the scene of a battle March 7 1863, between Greneral Minty's Union force and Russell's rebel cavalry, which resulted in the defeat of the rebels who lost 50 killed, 180 wounded, 58 prisoners, and a lo* of horses. Upperville, Va., was, after a few hours' engagement occupied by General Pleasanton March 3, 1862. The rebels were defeated in a cavalry engagement near this place June 21, 1863, and the Union forces were worsted in a like engagement February 26, 1864. Vallandigham, Clement L., was, at the outbreak of the rebellion, member of Congress from the 3d District of Ohio. By his outspoken and persistent opposition to raising men and money for forcibly putting down secession, he soon became the acknowledged leader of the Peace party. In a public speech at the Cooper Institute, N. Y., he used the following words : " If any one or more of the States of this Union should at any time secede — ^for reasons of sufficiency and justice of which, before Grod, they alone may judge — much as I should deplore it, I never would, as Representative in Congress, vote one dollar of money whereby one drop of American blood should be shed in civil war." February 7, 1861, he proposed to amend the Constitution : 1st. Dividing the United States into four sections; the North, composed of the New England and Middle (except Delaware) States ; the West, composed of Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin, Missouri, Iowa, Kansas, and all new States formed out of territory north of 36° 30', and east of the Rocky Mountains ; the Pacific, composed of Oregon, California, and all new States formed out of territory west of the Rocky Mount- ains or Rio Grande ; the South, composed of all the slave States, and all new States formed out of territory south of 36° 30', and east of the Rio Grande and Rocky Mountains. 2d. A majority of the Senators from each section shall be necessary to the passage of any bill, order, or resolu- tion, except adjournment. 3d. A majority of the electors in each section shall REBELLION EEGISTER. 231 be necessary to the choice of a President or Vice-Presi- dent, and details, uader this provision. 4th. A State may secede with consent of the Legis- latures to the section of which it belongs, the President, subject to the approval of Congress, having power to arrange the terms of the secession. 5th. Limiting the power of Congress. He declared himself, February 20, rejoiced that the question was " peaceable disunion on one hand, or Union through adjustment and conciliation on the other." He declared the Union broken up, and predicted the recognition of the Southern Confederacy by European powers within three months. On January 14, 1863, in Congress, he declared : " You can not conquer the South. * * * Eight, tax, emancipate have become the trinity of your deep damnation. You can not abolish slavery by argument; as well try to abolish marriage, etc. *. * * This is not a war of sections ; it is the old war of the Cavalier and the Roundhead — the Liberalist and the Puritan. I propose informal, practical recognition (of the Confederacy). Stop fighting, withdraw and disband you armies, recall your fleets, and break up the block- ade. Accept foreign mediation as proposed by France," etc. He all along professed a great regard for the Con- stitution and Union, and was sanguine of the success of his peace measures, or of secession. May 1, 1863, while making a political speech at Mount Vernon, Ohio, he denounced the Grovernment at Wash- ington as aiming not to restore the Union, but to es- tablish a despotism. He declared the war was waged to free the negro and enslave the white man ; that the Government did not desire peace, having rejected the ofier from the South. He denounced Order No. 38, (which forbid certain disloyal practices, giving notice that persons declaring themselves in sympathy with the rebels would be arrested for trial, etc.,) and proclaimed his intention to disobey it, and called upon those who heard him to resist and defeat its execution. For this speech he was arrested on the 5th, by order of General Burnside, and ordered to Cincinnati for trial. He applied for a writ of habeas corpus, which was denied, and the trial proceeded before a court-martial, which found him 232 REBELLION REGISTER. guilty of the principal charges, and he was sentenced to close confinement in Fort Warren. The President modi- fied this sentence, by directing that he should be sent within the rebel lines, not to return to the United States during the war. This sentence was immediately carried into execution. The opponents of the Administration denominated this a case of martyrdom, and held public meetings in many places, denouncing the action as tyrannical and highly dangerous to public liberty. Mr. Vallandigham was, on June 10, nominated by the Peace party of Ohio as their candidate for Governor, and on the 26th a committee from the Convention nominating him waited upon the President, and demanded his immediate recall. The President offered to restore him if a majority of the committee would subscribe to the following proposi- tions : 1. " That there is now a rebellion in the United States, the object and tendency of which is to destroy the Na- tional Union, and that, in your opinion, an army and navy are constitutional means for repressing the rebellion. 2. That no one of you will do any thing which, in his own judgment, will tend to hinder the increase, or favor the decrease, or lessen the efficiency of the army or navy while engaged in the effort to suppress that rebellion ; and, 3. That each of you will, in his sphere, do all he can to have the officers, soldiers, and seamen of the army and navy, while engaged in the effort to suppress the rebellion, paid, fed, clad, and otherwise well provided for and supported." This they declined doing, and he was not restored. He ran the blockade, and July 15 arrived at Clifton House, on the Canada side of Niagara Falls, and issued an address to the people of Ohio, accepting the nomi- nation for G-overnor. October 13 the election took place, at which he was defeated, Brough receiving 101,099 majority. He returned to his home in Dayton June 15, 1864. At the Chicago Convention he was Chairman of the Commmittee on Resolutions. Van Buren, Ark., was captured by the Union forces under Herron and Blunt, December 28, 1862. A steamer EEBELLION EEGISTER. 233 and 400 rebels were captured at this place, January 28, 1863. Vermillionville, La., was occupied by the Union troops under Banks, after driving out the rebels, April 17, 1863. Vicksburg, Miss., was, at an early stage of the rebell- ion, taken possession of by the rebels, who fortified it in the strongest manner. As the possession of this point was an effectual blockade of the Mississippi, early efi'orts were made for its reduction by the Unionists. The mortar fleet, under command of Commodore Porter, ar- rived above Vicksburg June 20, 1862, and Farragut's fleet, from below, on the 25th. The bombardment was commenced next day, and on the 27th a canal, intended to isolate Vicksburg from the Mississipi River, and to alter the passage of the boats, was commenced, under the superintendance of Brigadier-General Williams. The fleet continued the bombardment of the batteries. Commodore Farragut, with his fleet, passed up above Vicksburg, silencing the rebel batteries, and communi- cated with Greneral Halleck and. Commodore Davis on the 28th. The canal did not prove a success; the siege was abandoned. Another attempt was made, and General Sherman, December 27, attacked the outworks of the city, while the gun-boats engaged the Haines's BlufF batteries. A detachment was sent across the Missis- sippi River to destroy the Vicksburg and Shreveport Railroad, to prevent reinforcements to the garrison. The Union troops steadily advanced, driving the rebels out of their intenchments ; and next day the first and second lines were taken, after a severe contest, and the attacking party reached within two and a half miles of the city. On the 29th the Confederates, having been heavily reinforced, attacked the Federals with their full force, and succeeded in driving them back to their first line of defense. In the attack on Vicksburg, General Sher- man was to have had the co-operation of General Grant, but that General had been compelled to fall back from Holly Springs, which not only made co-operation im- possible, but had given the enemy the opportunity of 234 REBELLION REGISTER. bringing in reinforcements. The consequence was that the Federals had to withdraw from the contest, having lost 600 killed, 1,500 wounded, and about 1,000 pris- oners. The Lake Providence Canal was 'then tried, then the Moon Lake, or Yazoo Pass Canal, and finally the Rolling Pork and Sunflower passage, all of which proved unavailing. Again, on February 18, 1863, the Union mortar-fleet Commenced another bombardment, which proved unsuccessful. The final siege commenced May 18, by General Grant, commanding. He said, in his report: ''By this dispo- sition, the three army corps covered all the ground that their strength would admit of, and by the morning of the 19th the investment of Vicksburg was made as complete as could be by the forces under my com- mand." An inefiectual assault was made on the 19th, and on the 22d a general assault, the gun-boats co-operating, was commenced at 10 o'clock A. M., Slowly and stead- ily the Union forces approached, withdut opposition, until within forty yards of the works, when suddenly they were met with a terrific fire, and compelled to re- tire, with a loss of nearly 1,000 men killed, wounded, and prisoners. General Grant then determined upon a regular siege, and the troops commenced digging. The sappers con- structed their corridors, passages, and pits amid a blaz- ing fire of musketry, and in the fiercest rays of the summer sun, with a fortitude which has no parallel in history, and is equaled only by that of the Vicksbul-g garrison. Day after day — ^forty-six in all — did this process continue, one-half digging, while the other picked off the rebels who were endeavoring to interrupt them. Admiral Porter co-operated heartily and vigorously with the army in all their operations. His gun-boats were constantly below the city, shelling the works, and the mortar-boats were at work for forty-two days, with- out intermission, throwing shells into all parts of the city. He also supplied the army with a large amount of artillery and ordnance, and prevented the depreda- tions of guerrillas between Cairo and Vicksbui'g. REBELLION REGISTER. ' 235 Every precaution was taken during the siege, to guard against an attack in the rear. Sherman was placed in command of all the troops designated to look after Johnston. The division of Osterhaus was sent to the Big Black to guard the crossings and repel any at- tack. A reeonnoissanee was also sent out under Blair, which reported no enemy "within striking distance. The sapping and mining progressed rapidly until the 25th of June, when one of the mines was ready to be sprung. The enemy, on their side, kept running coun- ter-saps, so as to meet and cross those of the Union laborers, and, in two or three instances, only a thin wall of earth separated the combatants. The mine under the principal fort of the enemy was exploded June 25. The explosion was terrific, the fort and every thing connected with it being blown into the air', and scattered around in all directions. Immediately the batteries along the whole line, with the mortar and gun-boat fleet, opened upon the enemy, who replied vigorously. As soon as the explosion had taken place, Leggett's brigade, of McPherson's corps, rushed into the sap and fort, and, after a severe contest of half an hour, the flag of the 45th Illinois Eegiment appeared on the summit of the work. When the fort was gained, the pioneer corps mounted it, and commenced throwing up intrenchments and preparing to mount artillery. After the explosion of this mine, the work of con- structing parallels was resumed. As the Union lines advanced,, the rebels retired, constructing inner lines of defense as the outer ones were taken. Though the result of these operations must inevitably have been a surrender, it was known that the Vieksburg garrison had another enemy to contend with — exhaustion. It was soon evident that they were short of prdvisions, and must, in the end, be starved into surrender. The work upon the mines was then relaxed, a sufficient demonstration being kept up with artillery and musketry to annoy the enemy. The pear was ripe, and Grant only waited for it to drop into his hands. It was afterward learned that the garrison of Vieksburg were reduced to dregs of , their commissaries. Mule meat, though not eaten as a necessity, had become preferable to their 236 EEBELLION REGISTEB. pickled beef. They had no pork or flour, and but a limited supply of unground corn. Their ammunition was nearly exhausted, and only ten percussion caps to the man were found in their pouches. The result was inevitable. At eight o'clock A. M., July 3, a flag of truce came out from the rebel lines, with a communication for General Grant. It proved to he a proposition for an armistice, with a view to arranging terms of capitulation. General Grant promptly replied that his only terms were an un- conditional surrender of the city and garrison. General Bowen, the bearer of the communication, requested that General Grant would meet General Pemberton, to consult concerning terms. This was readily agreed to, and at three o'clock P. M., after a brief renewal of hostilities, the two Generals met in front of General Burbridge's line, where they sat in close conversation for an hour and a half. The conference broke up without any definite decision. In the evening General Grant sent in a pro- posal, which was not replied to until daybreak the nest morning, when Pemberton requested modifications of the terms ofiered. General Grant then sent his final note, agreeing to certain of the modifications, and General Pemberton promptly forwarded his acceptance of the terms proposed. Thus, at ten o'clock on the morning of the 4th of July, 1863, Vicksburg had surrendered, and the Mississippi Valley was held by Union forces. The terms agreed upon were, that each brigade should march to the front of the lines occupied by it, stack arms, and then to return to the inside, to remain as prisoners of war until properly paroled. Officers were allowed to retain their private baggage and side-arms, and mounted officers one horse each. The rank and file were to be allowed their clothing, but no other property. Necessary rations might be taken from the rebel stores (there proved to be no rebel stores), and 30 wagons were allowed them. The formal entry was made at one o'clock in the af- ternoon, by General Logan's division marching in as provost guard, and raising the Union flag on the public buildings. Kebel loss, 34,000, including one Lieutenant- General, and 19 Major and Brigadier-Generals, 102 field officers, 21.3 guns, 35,000 small arms, 87 stand of colors, REBELLION REGISTER. 237 and a small lot of ammunition and stores. About 1,200 •women and eliilJreu had been living in caves; 2,500 persons had been killed inside during the siege. Vienna, Va., was the scene of a Union surprise and defea1^-8 Union and 6 rebels killed— June 17, 1861. The rebels were successful in a cavalry skirmish here NoTem- ber 26. Village Creek, Ark., was occupied June 12, 1862, by the Unionists, after defeating the rebels, who lost 28 killed, wounded, and prisoners. Union loss, 1 prisoner and 12 wounded. Virginia. — The G-ovemor, November 16, 1860, called an extra session of the State Legislature, which convened at Richmond January 7, 1861, and on the 15th passed a bill calling a State Convention — in the Senate, 45 to 1 ; in the House, unanimouslv. On the 18th they ap- propriated $1,000,000 for the'defense of the State. An election for delegates to a State Convention was held February 4. It was reported that a majority of members chosen were Union men, and the vote on the question of referring the action of the Convention back to th-e people resulted in a majority of 56,000 in favor of such reference. The Convention met at Richmond on the 13th. Commissioners were sent to the Peace Conference ; and after their return, April 4, the Convention, by the decisive vote of 89 to 45, refused to pass a secession ordinance. Governor Fetcher, on the 16th, refused to furnish troops under the President's proclamation. Next day the Convention passed an ordinance of seces- sion — 88 to 55 — to take effect, if ratified by the people, on May 4 ; and the Governor recognized the Confederate States by proclamation. He soon afterward entered into an agreement with the Confederacy, through A. H. Stevens, whereby all the public property, naval stores, munitions of war, etc., acquired by the State from the United States, were turned over to the said Confederacy. This agreement was approved by the Convention on the 25th. It was understood that those who did not vote for secession in the eastern and southern parts of the State had better not vote at all; that they had better leave the State. Under this rule the result was announced, " 125,950 for, and 20,373 against secession, not including ^238 REBELLION REGISTER. several western counties." The Governor, on May 3, called out tlie militia to defend the State from the Northerners; and it was admitted into the Southern Confederacy May 6. President Lincoln declared the State in insurrection August 16. (See West Virginia.) Wallerboro, S. C, was occupied March 3, 1865, by Kilpatrick, after he had driven out a small rebel force. Warrensburg, Mo., was the scene of a Union victory — 150 rebels captured — November 18, 1861. 200 of Quan- trell's men were repulsed in an attack on this place March 26, 1862, by 60 Union troops,^ under Major Foster. Rebel loss, 9 killed, 16 wounded, and 25 horses; Union loss, 2 killed and 11 wounded. Cabtain Parker's guer- rillas were, on the 28th, defeated near this place, losing 15 killed and 21 prisoners. Warrenton, Va.— A brigade of cavalry, under Lieu- tenant-Colonel Karge, captured and paroled 1,600 rebels at this place September 29, 1862. The town was occu- pied by the Federal advance November 6. They left it on the 15th, moving toward Fredericksburg. Several Union signal officers were captured 'here August 14, 1863. White's rebel cavalry were here defeated Septem- ber 18, and again October 31. Warrenton Junction was the scene of skirmishes September 25 and November 19, 1862, and April 27 and May 3 and 30, 1863; none of them decisive. Warsaw, Ky., was occupied and the State arms seized September 24, 1861. Warsaw, Mo., was a skirmish scene October 16, 1861. The town was burned by the rebels November 19. Washington, D. C. — Several demonstrations were made by the rebels against the Capital, but all unavailing. Washington, John A. (See Elkwater.) Washington, La., was occupied by General Banks, April 20, 1863. Washington, N. C, was occupied by General Burn- side's troops March 21, 1862. An indecisive engage- ment occurred here June 10. The Union garrison at this place were, September 6, attacked by 1,200 rebels ; after a fight of two hours, the enemy were repulsed and pursued 7 miles, with the loss of 4 guns and numerous prisoners. BEBELLION BEQISTER. 239 The Union pickets were driven in, March 28, 1863, and the rebels attacked the town on the 30th. They were, with the assistance of the gun-boats, driven back. They renewed the attack next day, closely investing the place. The siege was continued ' two weeks, when it was raised without result. Watauga Bridge, Tenn., was destroyed by Union forces December 30, 1862. Waterloo Bridge, Va., was a skirmish scene August 25, 1862. Waterproof, La.-^800 rebel cavalry attacked the gar- rison of 200 colored troops, at this place, February 14, 1864 ; but, with the aid of gun-boats, after two and a Jialf hours' fighting, were driven oiF ; Union loss, 2 killed and 5 wounded ; rebels left 8 killed and 5 prisoners. Waehusett. (See " Florida.") Waverly, Tenn., was the scene of skirmishes — rebels defeated each time — October 23, 1862, and April 11, 1863. Waynesboro, Ga., was occupied and the public build- ings burned by Sherman's forces November 27, 1864. Kilpatrick with his cavalry force attacked Wheeler, and drove him out of his works and through Waynesboro, with considerable loss. Wheeler was thus placed in the rear of Sherman's line of march, and the latter's cavalry force kept him there. Weber Falls, Ark., was the scene of an engagement and rebel defeat, April 24, 1863. Weongahick, Va., was occupied by General Sheridan March 16, 1865. Wesley, Ky., was a skirmish scene — rebels defeated — March 16, 1863. West Liberty, Ky., was the scene of a spirited en- gagement October 23, 1861. The rebels were defeated, with considerable loss. Weston, Mo. — A train on the Platte County Railroad was seized, upon its arrival at Weston, by guerrillas, under the rebel Gordon, November 29, 1861. The town was occupied by 1,000 Kansas troops, under Colonel Jennison, after driving out the rebels, July 26, 1864. West Point, Va.— On May 7, 1862, the rebels at- tacked the Union troops landing from transports, but, 240 REBELLION KEGISTER. after a severe struggle, were routed, losing about 1,000 killed and wounded. Union loss, 250. The Union gun- boats took part in the action. The town was occupied by Federal troops May 7, 1863 ; they evacuated the place June 2. West Port, Mo., was a skirmish scene June 17, 1863. The Union forces, under Curtis, were driven out by Shelby, October 23, 1864. Shelby was, in turn, defeated next day by Pleasanton. West Virginia. — An anti-secession convention of delegates, from the counties of Western Virginia, met at Wheeling, 35 counties being represented, May 13, 1861. After passing resolutions in favor of the Union, and recommending a division of the State of Virginia, it adjourned on the 15th, having called a Provisional Convention, to assemble at Wheeling June 11. The delegates to this convention were chosen May 26. About 40 counties chose delegates, and they met at the time and place designated. This body denounced as usurpers the Richmond Convention, which had passed the seces- sion ordinance, i-epudiated the idea of allegiance to the Southern Confederacy, and vacated the offices of all who adhered to the rebellion. On the 20th, they unan- imously resolved upon ultimate separation, and the same day elected F. H. Pierpont Governor. President Lin- coln, on the 26th, acknowledged the Wheeling Govern- ment as the Government of Virginia. Congress ratified this action, and the new Legislature met at the same place July 2. On the 9th they elected John S. Carlile and Waitman T. Willey to the United States Senate, in place of Hunter and Mason. The bill admitting West Virginia into the Union as a State, distinct from Vir- ginia, was approved December 31, 1862. The report of the new State's financial condition, December 31, 1863, showed no debt, and $209,683 in the treasury. White House, Va. (See Grant's Report.) White Oak Swamp, (See Charles City Cross-roads.) White Point, North Edisto Island, 8. C, was cap- tured by Union troops May 1, 1862. White Sulphur Springs, Va., was a skirmish scene November 13, 1862, and also October 12, 1863. Wild Cat, Ky., was the scene of a hard-fought battle REBELLION KEGISTEK. 241 October 21, 1861. The Unionists, under Schoepf, de- feated the Confederates, under Zollicoffer. Union loss, 4 killed and 21 wounded; rebel loss, unknown. Wilderness. (See Grant's Report.) Wilks. (See Mason.) Williamsburg, Va. — The advance of General McClel- lan's army overtook the rear of the Confederates at this place May 5, 1862, when a fight ensued. The battle raged furiously all day. Toward night General Hancock succeeded in turning the rebel left, when they broke and retreated under cover of the night. Union loss, 455 killed, 1,411 wounded, and 388 missing; rebel loss, about 3,000. The town was evacuated by the rebels during the night, leaving more than, 1,000 wounded men in the hospitals. The place was occupied by the Fed- eral3 next day. The rebel cavalry were repulsed here September 9. The Union cavalry fell into an ambush here February 7, 1863, losing 40 men. The rebels at- tacked the place March 29, but were repulsed, with con- siderable loss; the same action was repeated April 30. Williamsport, Md. (See Pennsylvania Invasion.) Williamsport, Tenn. — Several fights occurred at this place August 11, 1862, between guerrilla and Union forces, in each of which the rebels were defeated, with considerable loss. Wilmington, N. C. — The forts at this place were seized by the State authorities January 2, 1861. This soon became notorious as a haven for blockade -runners, and so continued until the taking of Fort Fisher. (See Fort Fisher.) January 18, 1864, General Paine recon- noitered in force from Fort Fisher toward Wilmington, and, after some skirmishing, fell back to his intrench- ments. This was repeated several times. General Terry, on the 11th, advanced, with two divisions, from Fort Fisher toward the city, the fleet co-operating, carried the rebel outer-works at the south end of Myrtle Sound, and intrenched close up to their main line, 12 miles from Wilmington. General Sohofield now co-operated with General Terry and the fleet and he, on the 18th, advanced from the laud side, while Porter shelled the works from the boats. Fort .^ndersoa was araeaated on the 19th, the rab«le 11 242 liKBELLHiN REGISTKR. retiring toward Wilmington, the Unionists following, and next day took 2 guns and 340 prisoners. The Union forces, on the 21st, reached a point on the opposite side of the river from Wilmington, when the bridges were burning; the rebels, seeing this, burned 1,000 bales of cotton and 16,000 barrels of resin, and prepared to evao- nate, which they did that night, the Union forces enter- ing on the morning of the 22d. The entire rebel works in and about Wilmington and all the way down the river, 19 forts and batteries in all — being, perhaps, the strongest fortified harbor in the world— thus fell into Union possession. Three locomotives and a dozen cars were left in the railroad shops uninjured; 1 ram and 2 transports escaped up the river. The Union loss, in all, since the capture of Fort Fisher, was about 200. Wilson's Creek, Mo. (See Lyon.) Winchester, Va., was the scene of a skirmish and Union victory March 11, 1862, and also on the 22d. The Union army that night slept on their arms. Next morning at sunrise, the Confederates, 12,000 strong, under Jackson, attacked General Shields, with 10,000, at Kearnstown, near Winchester, Virginia. The fight was continued till noon, when a charge drove the rebels back half a mile. They rallied, and in turn drove the Unionists back. General Shields ordered the left flank turned, which was done in gallant style. Both sides fought desperately until 3 P. M., when a panic seized the rebels, and they fled toward Strasburg. Union loss, 115 killed and 450 wounded; rebel loss, 869 killed, wounded, and missing. General ^anks, in his retreat, occupied the town May 24. The town was again taken by the Federals Decem- ber 3, who captured 140 prisoners. The Unionists, in a skirmish here May 19, 1863, captured a few prisoners. (See Grant's Eeport, and Pennsylvania Invasion.) Winnsborougn, S. C, was occupied by Slocum's forces February 21, 1865. The town was fired and a great part of it consumed, having caught from the cot- ton belonging to a rebel woman, who fired it herself. Winton, N. C, was burned by Burnside's gun-boats February 20, 1862. Woodbury, Ky. — Colonel Burbridge, with 250 men REBELLION REGISTEK. 243 and two pieces of artillery, attacked a body of 400 rebels in camp at Woodbury, routed them, and burned their oarap October 29, 1861. Woodbury, Tenn., was the scene of a severe fight and Union victory August 28, 1862. There was a skirmish here January 24, 1863, lasting an hour. Union loss, 9 wounded ; rebel loss, 100 prisoners. The Union forces, under General Hazen, inarched to attack the rebels at this place April 2, but being ap- prised of the movement to capture them, they fled. The cavalry had a running fight for three miles. 15 rebels were killed and wounded, and 30 captured; 50 horses' and a quantity of ammunition were also taken. Union loss, one wounded. Woodburn, Tenn., was the scene of a skirmish and Union victory May 2, 1863 The depot at this place was burned by guerrillas August 20, 1864. Woodville, Miss., was occupied, and the public build- ings burned, by Union troops, August 15, 1863. World. (See Daily News and Bogus Proclamation.) Worthington, Va. — Colonel Grossman, September 2, 1861, with two companies, attacked a superior , force of Confederates at this place, but were compelled to retire, losing two men. Wytheville, Va., was occupied by Unionists July 15, 1863. They cut the line of the Virginia and Tennessee Railroad; 120 prisoners, 3 pieces of artillery, and 700 small arms were captured. Rebel loss, about 75 killed and wounded; Unfon loss, 65 killed and wounded. (See Saltville.) Yazoo Pass Expedition. — This movement was under- taken to flank Vieksburg, cutting it off from supplies, but proved a failure. It cost both parties a vast amount of time and material, and was about equally disastrous to each. It occupied from February 22 until about May 25, 1863, including the other moves taken in con- nection with it. Yellow Bayou, La. — During Banks's retreat from the Red River country, the rebels attacked him at this place May 18, 1864. They were met by Generals Mower and A J. Smith, who checked the rebels, with some loss. 244 REBELLION REGISTEE. Yellow Creek, Mo. — The rebels, under Poindexter, were scattered here August 13, 1862. York, Penn. (See Pennsylvania Invasion.) Yorktown, Va. — McClellan arrived in front of this place April 5, 1862. The rebels opened fire, which was returned. Union loss, 6 killed, 16 wounded. The rebels again, April 18, made a night attack, which was re- pulsed. The rebels left the city May 3, leaving all their heavy guns, large quantities of ammunition and camp equipage. McClellan occupied the place next day. Young's Point. (See Vicksburg.) Youngsville, Ala., was occupied by General Kousseau July 16, 1864. He burned four warehouses filled with corn and bacon. ZoUicoffer, Tenn., was the scene of a brisk but inde- cisive engagement September 20, 1863. CITIZENS' MANUAL OUR NATIONAL SECURITIES. 247 OUR NATIONAL SECURITIES are of several different kinds. The bulk of the Pub- lic Debt, however, is embraced in the five following classes : 1st. The " Seven-Thirties," which bear seven and three-tenths per cent, interest, payable in currency, having three years to run, and then convertible into currency or Five-twenties, at the option of the holder. 2d. The " Five-twenties," which bear six per cent. interest, payable semi-annually in gold, having twenty years to run, but which may be paid off in gold by the Government, on due notice to the holders, at any time after five years. 3d. The " Ten-forties," which bear five per cent. interest, payable semi-annually in gold, having forty years to run, but which may be paid off in gold on no- tice to the holders, at any time after ten years. 4th. The " Sixes of 1881," which bear six per cent, interest, payable semi-annually in gold, having twenty years to run (from 1861), and then payable in gold. 5th. The " Legal Tender" or " G-reenbacks," which are a legal tender for all debts, except duties on imports and interest on the gold-bearing bonds. There was, January 1, 1861, of these bills, including fractional cur- rency, $640,780,861 37, of which $452,231, 820 37 is free of interest, and $188,549,041 bears simple or compound interest, payable on the maturity of the notes, most of them six per cent., payable three years after 1864, the interest compounded in a table on the back of the note every six months. In addition to the above, there are Oregon War Bonds, Texas Indemnity Bonds, Gold Certificates of De- posit, Certificates of Indebtedness, U. P. R. R. Bonds, and Temporary- Loans. 248 REBELLION REGISTER. THE NATIONAL DEBT. The following is a statement of the public debt of the United States at certain dates; Jan. 1, 1796 175,463,476 52 Jan. 1, 1795 80,747,587 36 Jan. 1, 1800 82,976,294 35 Jan. 1, 1805 82,212,150 50 Jan. 1, 1810 53,173,217 52 Jan. 1, 1815 99,833,660 15 Jan. 1, 1820 91,015,566 15 Jan. 1, 1825 83,788,432 71 Jan. 1, 1830 48,565,408 50 Jan. 1,1835 351,282 05 Jan. 1, 1840 5,025,077 63 Jan. 1, 1845 17,093,794 80 Jan. 1, 1850 64,228,238 37 Nov. 17, 1855 39,969,731 05 July 1, 1860 64,769,703 08 Jan. 1, 1866, the Public Debt was as follows: Five-twenties 1665,370,800 00 Ten-forties 172,770,100 00 Sixes of 1881 282,645,800 00 Five and Six per cent. Bonds... 46,361,591 80 Debt bearing Qold Interest 1,167,148,291 80 Seven-thirties 830,000,000 00 Compound Interest Notes 180,012,141 00 Sundry Items 169,463,094 50 Debt bearing Currency Interest 1,179,475,235 50 Debt due, not presented for payment. 1,166,880 32 Debt bearing no Interest 459,519,960 37 Total Debt 82,807,310,357 99 Cash in the Treasury 90,728,821 80 Balance 2,716,681,536 19 NATIONAL DEBTS OF THE WOELD. 249 NATIONAL DEBTS OF THE WORLD. Par Country. National Debt. Population. Capita Great Britain.... $3,913,324,000 29,000,000 8134 91 Netherlands 450,120,000 3,500,000 128 61 Hamburg 22,264,000 222,000 100 73 United States.... 2,716,581,536 31,445,080 87 22 France 1,936,000,000 36,000,000 55 17 Portugal 145,200,000 4,000,000 36 30 Spain. 517,880,000 16,000,000 32 37 Austria 1,084,160,000 35,000,000 30 40 Belgium 126,808,000 4,500,000 28 17 Bavaria 122,840,000 4,600,000 26 70 Denmark 68,080,000 2,600,000 22 34 Hanover 33,396,000 1,800,000 18 55 Greece 19,360,000 1,070,000 18 09 Russia 1,118,040,000 75,000,000 14 91 Wurtemburg 24,200,000 1,700,000 14 23 Prussia 203,280,000 18,000,000 11 29 Brazil 75,020,000 7,700,000 9 74 Chili 7,260,000 1,400,000 5 19' Sweden 8,228,000 3^700,000 2 22 11* 250 EEBELLION KEGISTER. VOLUNTEEBS AND BOUNTIES, The several States furnished Volunteers during ths rebellion, as follows : of_,._ Aggregate Aggregates reduced °'*'^'- No. of Men. to a 3 yrs' standard. Connecticut 57,270 50,514 Delaware 13,651 10,303 District of Columbia 16,872 11,506 Illinois 258,217 212,694 Indiana 195,147 152,283 Iowa 75,860 68,132 Kansas 20,097 18,654 Kentucky 78,540 70,348 Maine 71,745 56,595 Maryland 49,730 40,692 Massachusetts 151,785 123,844 Michigan 90,119 80,865 Minnesota 25,034 19,675 •Missouri 108,773 86,192 New Hampshire 34,605 30,827 New Jersey 79,611 55,785 New York 455,568 380,980 Ohio 317,133 239,976 Pennsylvania 366,326 ,267,558 Ehode Island 23,711 17,878 Vermont 35,256 29,052 West Virginia 30,003 27,653 Wisconsin 96,118 78,985 Totals 2,653,062 2,129,041 The volunteers received bounties as follows : 1,156,868 received $100 each. , . , , $115,686,800 10,606 " 200 " 2,121,200 396,709 " 300 « 119,012,700 158,507 " 400 " 63,402,800 930,372 " DO bounty. T&tal amoTiiit of bounties paid. . . $300,223,500 To equalize the bounties (at 8400) will require, in addition to the amount alroady paid, $761,001,300. PROCLAMATIONS. [To save space, the usual closing, " In testimony whereof, etc.," the date and seal, with the signatures of the President and Secretary of State, are omilted.] "THE SIXTY-DAYS' NOTICE." By Abbaham Lincoln, President of the United States of America. Dated July 25, 1862. In pursuance of the sixth section of the act of Con- gress, entitled "An act to suppress insurrection and to punish treason and rehellion, to seize and confiscate the property of rebels, and for other purposes," approved July 17, 1862, and which act, and the joint resolution explanatory thereof, are herewith published, I, Abra- ham Lincoln, President of the United States, do hereby proclaim to and warn all persons within the contem- plation of said sixth section to cease participating in, aiding, countenancing, or abetting the existing rebellion, or any rebellion, against the Government of the United States, and to return to their proper allegiance to the United States, on pain of the forfeitures and seizures as within and by said sixth section provided. A PROCLAMATION GIVING NOTICE OF THE EMANCIPA- TION PROCLAMATION, AND CALLING ATTENTION TO CERTAIN ACTS OF CONGRESS. By Abraham Lincoln, President of the United States of America. Dated September 22, 1862. I, Abraham Lincoln, President of the United States of America, and Commander-in-chief of the army and navy thereof, do hereby proclaim and declare that here- 252 aEBELLION REGISTHK. after, as heretofore, the war will be prosecuted for the object of practically restoring the constitutional relation between the TJni-ted States and the people thereof, in which States that relation is, or may be, suspended or disturbed ; that it is my purpose, upon the next meet- ing of Congress, to again recommend the adoption of a practical mea'urj, tendering pecuniary aid to the free acceptance or rejection of all the slave States so called, the people whereof may not then be in rebellion against the United States, and which States may then have vol- untarily adopted, or thereafter may voluntarily adopt, the immediate or gradual abolishment of slavery within their respective limits; and that the effort to colonize persons of African descent, with their consent, upon this continent or elsewhere, with the previously obtained consent of the governments existing there, will be con- tinued; that on the first day of January, in the year of our Lord one thousand eight hundred and sixty-three, all persons held as slaves within any State, or any desig- nated part of a State, the people whereof shall then be in rebellion against the United States, shall be thence- forward and forever free, and the Executive Grovernment of the United States, including the military and naval authority thereof, will recognize and maintain the free- dom of such persons, and will do no act or acts to re- press such persons, or any of them, in any efforts they may make for their actual freedom ; that the Executive will, on the first day of January aforesaid, by proclama- tion, designate the States and parts of States, if any, in which the people thereof respectively shall then be in rebellion against the United States, and the fact that any State, or the people thereof, shall, on that day, he in good faith represented in the Congress of the United States by members chosen thereto at elections wherein a majority of the qualified voters of such State shall have participated, shall, in the absence of strong coun- tervailing testimony, be deemed conclusive evidence that such State and the people thereof are not then in rebell- ion against the United States. [Attention isl .are called to certain Acts of Cnngress, and obedience to tliem eAjoinad. For the acts referred to, see Anti'^laverj/ ProgreM, " New Articles of War," attd "An Act to suppress insurrection," eto.~Eo.] PHOCLAMATIONS. 253 And the Executive will, in due time, recommend that all citizens of the United States who shall have remained loyal thereto throughout the rebellion shall, upon the restoration of the constitutional relation between the United States and their respective States and people, if the relation shall have been suspended or disturbed, be compensated for all losses by acts of the United States, including the loss of slaves. THE EMANCIPATION PROCLAMATION. By AsaAHAM Lincoln, President of the United States qf America, Dated January 1, 1863. Whereas, on the twenty-second day of September, one thousand eight hundred and sixty-two, a proclama- tion was issued by the President of the United States, containing, among other things, the following, to-wit: " That, on the first day of January, in the year of our Lord one thousand eight hundred and sixty-three, all persons held as slaves within any State, or designated part of a State, the people whereof shall then be in re- bellion against the United States, shall be then, thence- forth, and forever free, and the Executive G-overnment of the United States, including the military and naval authorities thereof, will recognize and maintain the free- dom of such persons, and will do no act or acts to re- press such persons, or any of them, in any efforts they may make for their actual freedom. " That the Executive will, on the first day of January aforesaid, by proclamation, designate the States and parts of States, if any, in which the people thereof re- spectively shall then be in rebellion against the United States, and the fact that any State, or the people thereof, shall, on that day, be, in good faith, represented in the Congress of the United States by members chosen thereto at elections wherein a majority of the qualified voters of such State shall have participated, shall, in the ab- sence of strong countervailing testimony, be deemed conclusive evidence that such State and the people thereof are not then in rebellion against the United States." 254 aEBKLLION EEGISTEa. NoWj therefore, I, Abraham Lincoln, President of the United States, by virtue of the power in me vested as Commander-in-chief of the Army and Navy of the United States in time of actual armed rebellion against the authority and Government of the United States, and as a fit and necessary war measure for suppressing said rebellion, do, on this first day of January, in the year of our Lord one thousand eight hundred and sixty-three, and in accordance with my purpose so to do, publicly proclaim for the full period of one hundred days from the day of the first above-mentioned order, and desig- nate, as the States and parts of States wherein the peo- ple thereof respectively are this day in rebellion against the United States, the following, to-wit: Arkansas, Texas, Louisiana, (except the parishes of St. Bernard, Plaquemines, Jefferson, St. John, St. Charles, St. James, Ascension, Assumption, Terre Bonne, Lafourche, St. Mary, St. Martin, and Orleans, including the City of Or- leans,) Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Virginia, (except the forty-eight counties designated as West Virginia, and also the counties of Berkley, Accomac, Northampton, Elizabeth City, York, Princess Ann, and Norfolk, in- cluding the cities of Norfolk and Portsmouth), and which excepted parts are, for the present, left precisely as if this proclamation were not issued. And by virtue of the power and for the purpose afore- said, I do order and declare that all persons held as slaves within said designated States and parts of States are, and henceforward shall be, free; and that the Executive Government of the United States, including the military and naval authorities thereof, will recognize and main- tain the freedom of said persons. And I hereby enjoin upon the people so declared to be free to abstain from all violence, unless in necessary self-defense, and I recommend to them that, in all cases, when allowed, they labor faithfully for reasonable wages. And I further declare and make known, that such persons, of suitable condition, will be received into the armed service of the United States, to garrison forts, po- sitions, stations, and other places, and to man vessels of all sorts in said service. PROCLAMATIONS. 255 And upon this act, sincerely believed to be an act of justice, warranted by tbe Constitution, upon military necessity, I invoke the considerate judgment of man- kind and the gracious favor of Almighty God. AMNESTY PROCLAMATION. By Abraham Lincolk; President of the United States of America. Dated December 8, 1863. Whebeas, in and by the Constitution of the United States, it is provided that the President shall have power to grant reprieves and pardons for offenses against the United States, except in cases of impeachment ; and Whereas, a rebellion now exists, whereby the loyal State governments of several States have, for a long time, been subverted, and many persons have committed and are now guilty of treason against the United States ; and Whereas, with reference to said rebellion and treason, laws have been enacted by Congress, declaring forfeitura and confiscation of property and liberation of slaves, all upon terms therein stated ; and, also,- declaring that the President was thereby authorized, at any time thereafter, by proclamation, to extend to persons who have partici- pated in the existing rebellion, in any State or part thereof, .pardon and amnesty, with such exceptions and at such times and on such conditions as he may deem expedient for the public welfare. Whereas, the Congressional declaration for limited and conditional pardon accords with the well-established judicial exposition of the pardoning power ; and whereas, with reference to the said rebellion, the President of the United States has issued several proclamations with pro- visions in regard to the liberation of slaves; and Whereas, it is now desired by some persons hereto- fore engaged ip the said rebellion to resume their allg- , gia,nce to the United States, and to reinaugnrate loy»l- State governments within and for their respective States ; therefore, I, Abraham Lincoln, President of the United States, do proclaim, declare, and make known to all persons who have directly or by implication participated in the 256 REBELLION REGISTER. existing rebellion, except as hereinafter excepted^ a full pardon is hereby granted them and each of them, with restoration of all rights of property, except as to slaves, and in property cases where the rights of third parties shall have intervened, and upon condition that every sucK person shall take and subscribe an oath, and thencefor- ward keep and maintain said oath inviolate, and which ' oath shall be registered for permanent asseveration, and sjiall be of the tenor and effect following, to-wit : I, — ; , do solemnly swear, in the pieaeflce of Almighty God, that I will henceforth faithfully "Sup- port, protect, and defend the Constitution of the United States and the Union of the States thereunder, and that I will, in like manner, abide by and faithfully support all acts of Congress passed during the existing rebellion, with reference to slaves, so long arid so far as. not re- pealed, modified, or held void by Congress or by de- cision of the Supreme Court, and that I will, in like manner, abide by and faithfully support all proclamations of the President made during the rebellion, having refer- ence to slaves, so long and so far as not modified or de- clared void by decision of the Supreme Court, so help me Grod 1 The persons excepted from the benefits of the fore- going provisions are, all who are or shall have been civil or diplomatic agents of the so-called Confederate Grov- ernment; all who have left judicial stations under the United States to aid the rebellion ;*ajl who are or shall have been^ilitary or naval officers of said so-called Con- federate Government, above the rank of colonel in the army and lieutenant in the navy; all who left seats in the United States Congress to aid the rebellion; .all who have resigned commissions in the army or Jiavy of the United States and afterward aided the rebellion ; and all who have engaged, in any way, in treating colored per- sons or white persons in charge of such, otherwise thiia lawfully, as prisoners of war; and which persons may have been found in the United States service as soldiers, seamen, or in any other capacity. And I do further proclaim, declare, and make known that whenever, in any of the States of Arkansas, Tcxas^, Louisiana, Mississippi, Teuuesfice, Alaibauia, (jeorgia, PROCLAMATIONS. 257 Florida, South Carolina, and North Carolina, a number of persons, not less than one-tenth of the votes cast in such States at the presidential election of the year of our Lord one thousand eight hundred and sixty, each having taken the oath aforesaid, and not having since violated it, and being a qualified voter by the election law of the State existing immediately before the so- called act of secession, and excluding all other, shall re-establish a State government which shall be repub- lican and in -no wise contravening said oath, such shall be recognized as the true govei:nment of the State, and the^ State shall receive thereunder the benefit of the constitutional provision which declares that the United States shall guarantee to every State in this Union a re- publican form of government and shall protect each of them against invasion on application of the Legislature, or of the Executive, when the Legislature can not be convened, against domestic violence. And I do further proclaim and make known that any provision which may be adopted by such State, in rela- tion to the freed people of such State which shall rec- ognize and declare their permanent freedom, provide for their education, and which may yet be consistent as a temporary arrangement with their present condition, as a laboring, landless, and houseless class, will not be ob- jected to by the National Executive. And it is engaged as not improper that, in construct- ing a loyal State government in any State, the name of the State, the boundary, the subdivisions, the constitu- tion, and the general code laws as before the rebellion, be maintained, subject only to the modifications made necessary by the conditions hereintofore stated, and such others, if any, not contravening said conditions, and which may be deemed expedient by those framing the new State government. To avoid misunderstanding, it may be proper to say that this proposition, so far as it relates to State govern- ment, has no reference to States wherein loyal State gov- ernments have all the while been maintained; and for the same reasons it may be proper to further say, that whether members sent to Congress from any State ^hall be admitted to seats, constitutionally rests exclusively 258 PKOCLAMATIONS. with the respective Houses and not, to any extent, with the Executive; and still further, that this proclamation is intended to present the people of the States, wherein the national authority has been suspended and loyal State governments have been subverted, a mode in and by which the national authority and loyal State governments may be re-established within said States or any of them ; and while the mode presented is the best the Executive can suggest with his present impressions, it must not be un- derstood that no other possible mode would be accept- able. The above was limited, and explained by another, issued March 26, 1864, which declared that the ob- jects of the proclamation were to suppress the insur- rection and restore the national authority, and that the amnesty was offered with reference to these objects alone; that its benefits do not apply to those in mili- tary, naval, or civil confinement, under bonds or on parole as prisoners of war. That, on the contrary, it does apply to those only who, being at large, free from any arrest, confinement or duress, shall voluntarily come forward and take the oath, with the purpose of restor- ing peace and the national authority. The oath may be taken before any United States officer, or before any officer of a State or Territory, not in insurrection, who is, by law, qualified to administer oaths. Said officers to grant certificates to those taking the oath, trans- mitting the original records to the Department of State, where they shall be registered, and from which, in proper cases, certificates of such records may be issued. THE AMNESTY PROCLAMATION, By Andkew Johnson, President of the United States of America, Dated May 29, 1865. Grants to all persons who have, directly or indirectly, participated in the existing rebellion, except as hereinaf- ter excepted, amnesty and pardon, with restoration of all rights of property, except as to slaves, and except in cases where legal proceedings, under the laws of the PROCLAMATIONS. 259 United States providing for the confiscation of property of persons engaged in rebellion, have been instituted; but upon the condition that every such person shall take and subscribe the following oath (or affirmation), and which oath shall be registered for permanent pres- ervation, to wit: "I, , do solemnly swear (or affirm), in presence of Almighty God, that I will henceforth faith- fully support, protect, and defend the Constitution of the United States, and the Union of the States thereun- der; and that I will, in like manner, abide by, and faithfully support all laws and proclamations which have been made during the existing rebellion with reference to the emancipation of slaves. So help me God." The following classes of persons are excepted from the benefits of this proclamation : 1st, all who are or shall have been pretended civil or diplomatic officers or otherwise domestic or foreign agents of the pretended Confederate Government; 2d, all who left judicial sta- tions under the United States to aid the rebellion ; 3d, all who have been military or naval officers of said pre- tended Confederate Government, above the rank of Col- onel in the army, or Lieutenant in the navy; 4th, all who left seats in the Congress of the United States to aid the rebellion; 5th, all who resigned or tendered res- ignations of their commissions in the army or navy of the United States, to evade duty in resisting the rebell- ion; 6th, all who have engaged in any way in treating otherwise than lawfully as prisoners of war persons found in the United States service, as officers, soldiers, seamen, or in other capacities; 7th, all persons who have been, or are absentees from the United States, for the purpose of aiding the rebellion; 8th, all military and naval officers in the rebel service, who were edu- cated by the Government in the Military Academy at West Point, or the United States Naval Academy; 9th, all persons who held the pretended offices of governors of States in insurrection against the United States; 10th, all persons who left their homes within the juris- diction and protection of the United States, and passed beyond the Federal military lines into the pretended Confederate States for the purpose of aiding the rebell- 260 PROCLAMATIONS. ion ; 11th, all persons -who have been engaged in the destruction of the commerce of the United States upon the high seas, and all persons who haye made raids into the United States from Canada, or been engaged in de- stroying the commerce of the United States upon the lakes and rivers that separate the British Provinces from the United States; 12th, all persons who, at the time when they seek to obtain the benefits hereof by taking the oath herein prescribed, are in military, naval, or civil confinment or custody, or under bonds of the civil, military, or naval authorities or agents of the United States, as prisoners of war, or persons detained for offenses of any kind, either before or after convic- tion; 13th, all persons who have voluntarily participated in said rebellion, and the estimated value of whose tax- able property is over twenty thousand dollars; 14th, all persons who have taken the oath of amnesty as pre- scribed in the President's proclamation of December 8, A. D. 1863, or an oath of allegiance to the Government of the United States since the date of said proclamation, and who have not thenceforward kept and maintained the same inviolate. NATIONAL PLATFOEMS OF 1864. UNION PLATFORM. Resolved, That it is the highest duty of every Ameri- can citizen to maintain against all its enemies, the integ- rity of the Union, and the paramount authority of the Constitution and laws of the United States, and that, laying all political opinions aside, we pledge ourselves, as Union men, animated by a common sentiment, and aiming at a common object, to do everything in our power to aid the Government in quelling, by force of arms, the rebellion now raging against its authority, and bringing to the punishment due to their crimes, the rebels and traitors arrayed against it. Resolved, That we approve the determination of the Grovernment of the United States not to compromise with rebels, or te offer any terms of peace, except such as may be based upon an unconditional surrender of their hostility, etc., and a return to their just allegiance to the Constitution and laws of the United Siates, and that we call upon the Grovernment to maintain this posi- tion, and to prosecute the war with the utmost possible vigor to the complete suppression of the rebellion, in full reliance upon the self-sacrifices, the patriotism, the heroic ralor, and the undying devotion of the American people t-o their country and its free institutions. Resolved, That slavery was the cause and now consti- tutes the strength of the rebellion, and that as it must he always and everywhere hostile to the principles of Republican Grovornments, justice and the national safety demand its utter and complete extirpation from the soil of the Bepublic, and that we uphold and maintain the acts and proclamations, by which the G-overnment, in its own defence, has aimed a death blow at this gigantic evil. We are in favor, furthermore, of such an amend- ment to the Constitation, to be mjide by the people in coBfermity with its proviaioDB, as shall terminate and (£61) 262- * KEBELLION E.EGISTER. forever prohibit the existence of slavery within tha limits of the jurisdiction of the United States-. R''&r>lu.ed, That the thanks of the American peop'a Life due to the soldiers and sailors of the army anii navy, who haye periled their lives in defence of tlie r country, and in vindication of the honor of the.fliiL;; that the nation owes them some permanent recognition of their patriotism and their valor, and ample and per- manent provision for those of their survivors who havo received disabling and honorable wounds in the serTioe of their country, and that the memories of those who have fallen in its defense shall be held in grateful and everlasting remembrance. Resolved, That we approve and applaud the political wisdom, the unse|fish patriotism and unswerving fidelity to the Constitution and the principles of American lib- erty, with which Abraham Lincoln has discharged, under circumstances of unparalolled difiGiculty, the great duties and responsibilities of the Presidential office; that we approve and endorse, as demanded by the emer- gency and essential to the preservation of the nation, and as within the Constitution, the measures and acts which he has adopted to defend the nation against its open and secret foes ; especially the Proclamation of Emancipation, and the employmentj as Union soldiers, of men heretofore held in slavery, and that we have full confidence in his determination to carry these and all other Constitutional measures, essential to the salvation of the country, into full and complete effect. Resolved, That we deem it essential to the general welfare, that harmony should prevail in the national councils, and we regard as worthy of public confidence and official trust those only who cordially endorse the •principle proclaimed in these resolutions, and which ';flhoiild characterize the administration of the GoverD- ''toent. . , Resolved, That the Government owes to all men em- ployed in its armies, without distinction of color, the full protection of the laws of war, and any violation, of these laws and of the usages of civilized nations in the time of war, by the rebels now in arms, should be raada the subjaat of fuU and prompt redresg. NATIONAL I>LATFORMS. 263 Resolved, That the foreign immigration, which in the past has added so much to the wealth and development of resources and increase offiower to this nation, the asylum of the oppressed of all nationsj should be fos- tered and encouraged by a liberal anji just policy. Resolved, That we are in favor of the speedy con- struction of the railroad to the Pacific. Resolved, That the national faith is pledged for the redemption of the public debt and must be kept invio- late ; and that for this purpose we recommend economy and rigid responsibilities in the public expenditures, and a vigorous and just system of taxation ; that it is the duty of every loj'al State to sustain the use of the national currency. Resolved, That we approve the position taken by the Government, that the people of the United States can never regard with indifference the attempt of European power to overthrow by force, or to supplant by fraud, the institutions of any Republican Government on the Western Continent, and that they will view with ex- treme jealousy, as menacing to the peace and indepen- dence of this 9ur country, the efforts of any siieh power to d'btain new fbotholdg for monarchical governments gustained by ar foreign military force in near proximity to the IFnited States. - I DEMOCEATIC PLATFORM. jMssSloe^f; That in the future, as in the past, we will adhere with unswerving fidelity to the Union under the OGn'8iiluti'o.n Ss the i^dy solid foundation of our strength, security and happiness as a people, and as a framework of government equally conducive to the welfare and prosperity of all the States, both Northern and Southern. Resolved, Tha* this Convention does explicitly declare, as the sense of the American people, that after four years of failTirgt to restore the Union by the experiment of War, d4r1:)S;^: which, under the pretense of military neces-i sity or wai power higher than the Constitution, theCon-' Stitution itsdf "has been dissre^rded in every part, and public liberfty-and private 'jSgltt alike trodden down, and the material prosfBrity ofiba. catBotry esseiatially ijus paired, jastjs«i, toteDity, liberty and tha publio welfare 2B4 KEBELLION KEGISTER. demand that immediate efForts be made for a cessation of hostilities with a view to an ultimate convention of the States, or other peaceable means, to the end that at the earliest practical moment peace may be restored on the basis of the Federal Union of the States. Resolved, That the direct interference of the military authorities of the United States in the recent elections held in Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri and Delaware wa^ a shameful violation of the Constitution, and a repe- titio-n of such acts in the approaching election will be held as revolutionary, and resisted with all the means and power under our control. Resolved, That the aim and object of the Democratic party is to preserve the Federal Union and the rights of the States unimpaired, and they hereby declare that they considerthat the administrative usurpation of ex- traordinary and dangerous powers not granted by the Constitution, the subversion of the civil by military law in States not in insurrection, the arbitrary military ar- rest, imprisonment, trial and sentence of American citi- zens in States where the civil law exists in full force, the suppression of freedom of speech and of the press, the denial of the right of asylum, the open and avowed disregard of State rights, the employment of unusual test oaths, and the interference with, and denial of the right of the people to bear arms in their defense, is cal- culated to prevent a restoration of the Union and the perpetuation of the Government deriving its just powers from the consent of the governed. Resolved, That the shameful disregard of the Admin- isti-ation to its duty in respect to our fellow-citizens who now are, and long have been, prisoners of war in a suf- fering condition, deserves the severest reprobation on the score alike of public policy and common humanity. Resolved, That the sympathy of the Democratic party is heartily and earnestly extended to the soldiery of our army and sailors of our navy who are and have been in the field and on the sea, under the flag of their country, and in the event of its attaining power, they will receive all the care, protection and regard that the brave sol- diers and sailors of the Eepublic have so nobly earned. DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE. In Congress, July 4th, 1776. By the Eepresentatives of the United States, in congeess assembled. A DECLARATION. When, in the course of human events, it becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bands which have connected them with another, and to assume among the powers of the earth the separate and equal station to which the laws of nature and of nature's &od entitle them, a decent respect for the opinions of man- kind requires that they should declare the causes which impel them to the separation. We hold these truths to be self-evident: — that all men are created equal ; that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights; that among these are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness; that, to secure these rights, governments are instituted among men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed; that, whenever any form of govern- ment becomes destructive of these ends it is the right of the people to alter or to abolish it, and to institute a new government, laying its foundation on such prin- ciples, and organizing its powers in such form, as to them shall seem most likely to effect their safety and happi- ness. Prudence, indeed, will dictate that governments long established should not be changed for light and transient causes; and accordingly all experience hath shown that mankind are more disposed to suffer, while 1-2 (265). 260 llEBELLION REGISTER. evils are sufferable, than to right themselves by abolish- me the forms to which they are accustomed, mt vfHen a lone train of abuses and usurpations, pursuing invari- ably the same object, evinces a design to reduce them under absolute despotism, it is their right, it is their duty, to throw off such government, and to provide new guards for their future . security. Such has been the patient sufferance of these colonies ; and such is now the necessity which constrains them to alter their former system of government. The history of the present king of Great Britain is a history of repeated injuries and usurpations, all having in direct object the establish- ment of an absolute tyranny over these states. To prove this, let facts be submitted to a candid world. He has refused his assent to laws the most wholesome and necessary for the public good. He has forbidden his governors to pass laws of imme- diate and pressing importance, unless suspended in their operation till his assent should be obtained; and, when 80 suspended, he has utterly neglected to attend to them. He has refused to pass other laws for the accommo- dation of large districts of people, unless those people would relinquish the right of representation in the legis- lature — a right inestimable to them, and formidable to tyrants only. He has called together legislative bodies at places unusual, uncomfortable, and distant from the depository of their public records, for the sole purpose of fatiguing theiii into compliance with his measures. He has dissolved representative houses repeatedly, for opposing, with manly firmness, his invasions on the rights of the people. He hag refused, for a long time after such dissolu- tions, to cause others to be elected ; whereby the legis- lative powers, incapable of annihilation, have returned to the people at large for their exercise; the state re- maining, in tKe mean time, exposed to all the danger of invasion from without, and convulsions within statlt f' endeavored to prevent the population of these ^.'fion o? w; P^TO^e obstructing the laws for natural- =^ntion of foreigners, refusing to pass others to encour- DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE. 267 age their migration hither, and raising the conditions of new appropriations of lands. He has obstructed the administration of justice, by refusing his assent to ttws for establishing judiciary powers. He has made judges dependent on his will alone for the tenure of their offices and the amount and payment of their salaries. He has erected a multitude of new offices, and sent hither swarms of officers, to harass our peopjle and eat out their sutetaBce. He has kept among us, in times of peaeei standing armies, without the eO'insent of our fegislatwes. H^e has affieeted to jfeader the military independent of and superior to the civil power. He has combined with otherg to subject us to a juris- i diction foreign to our Constitution and unacknowledged* by our laws ; giving his assent to their acts of pretended legislation, — For quartering large bodies of armed troops among us : For protecting them, by mock trial, from punishment for any murders which, they should commit on the inhab- itants of these states : For cutting. off our trade with all parts of the world: For imposing taxes on us without out consent: For depriving us, in many cases, of the benefits of trial by jury: For transporting us beyond seas, to be tried for pre- tended offenses : ' " For abolishing the free fystem of English law in a neighboring province, establishing therein an arbitrary government, and enlarging- its boundaries so as to render it at once an example and fit instrument for introducing the same absolute' rule into these eolomi'es': For *aklag' away our charters, aiiolisliinig :0ur most valuable laws, and altering fuBdaMente-lly the forms, of our gove'rn'rnM't':' For'S'tispendiiig' io'ur own legislatures^ and , deoliasimg themselves iMveated with poWer to legislate for u^i in.%0 eases whatw^ver. ■■'•■;'■';! '■• ■■■ He has abdieatei government here, by deelaring.us out of hi8l!*lit&eli#6'j Wd -wagiai'.waT fltgRiBst U8. 2G8 REBELLION REGISTER. He has plundered our seas, ravaged our coasts, burned our towns and destroyed the lives of our people. He is at this time transporting large armies of foreign mercenaries, to complete the works of death, desolation and tyranny, already begun, with circumstances of ei-u-. elty and perfidy scarcely paralleled in the most barbar- ous ages, and totally unworthy the head of a civilized nation. He has constrained our fellow-citizens, taken captive on the high seas, to bear arms against their country, to be-eome the executioners of their friends and biethrcn, or to fall themselves by their hands. He has excited domestic insurrections among us, and has endeavored to bring on the inhabitants of our fron- tiers the merciless Indian savages, whose known rule gf warfare is' an undistinguished destruction of all ages, sexes, and conditions. In every stage of these oppressions we have petitioned for redress in the most humble terms ; our petitions have been answered only by repeated injury. A prince whose character is thus marked by every-act which may define a tyrant is unfit to be the ruler of a free people. Nor have we been wanting in attention to our British brethren. We have warned them, from time to time, of attempts made by their legislature to extend an unwar- rantable jurisdiction over us. We have reminded them of the ciroums.tancGS of our emigration and settlement here. We have appealed to their native justice and magnanimity, and we ha?ve conjured them, by the ties of our common kindred, to disavow these usurpations, which would inevitably interrupt our connections and correspondence. They, too, have been deaf to the voice of justice and consanguinity. We must, therefore, acquiesce in the necessity which denounces our separ- ation, and hold them, as we hold the rest of mankind, enemies in war — in peace, friends. We, therefore, the representatives of the United States of America;, in General Congress assembled, appealing to the Supreme Judge of the world for the rectitude of our intentions, do, in the name and by the authority of the good people pf these colonies, solemnly publish and deelare, that thes& United Colonies are,, and of xight DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE. 269 ought to be, free and independent states; that they are absolved from all allegiance to the British crown, and that all political connection between them and the state of Great Britain is, and ought to be, totally dissolved; and that, as free and independent states, they have full power to levy war, conclude peace, contract alliances, establish commerce, and do all other acts and things which independent states may of right do. And for the support of this declaration, with a firm reliance on the protection of Divine Providence, we mutually pledge to each other our lives, our fortunes, and our sacred honor. Signed by order and in behalf of the Congress. JOHN HANCOCK, President. Attested, CHAELBS THOMPSON, Secretary. NEW HAMPSHIKE. NEW JERSEY. JosiAH Bartlett, Richard Stockton, William Whipple, John Witherspoon, Mathew Thornton. Francis Hopkinson, MASSACHUSETTS BAY.'';°^^'^ ^^^'5' Abraham Clark. PENNSYLVANIA. Samuel Adams, John Adams, Robert Treat Paine. Robert Morris, Elbridqe Gerry. Benjamin Rush, . ^^^^„_, ^„^ . ^^^ . Benjamin Franklin, RHODE ISLAND, &e. j^^^^ Morton, Stephen Hopkins, George Clymer, William Ellery. James Smith, CONNECTICUT. George Taylor, -r, a James Wilson, Roger Sherman, ^^^^^^ ^^^^_ Samuel Huntington, William Williams, DELAWARE. Oliver Wolcott. C^sar Rodney, NEW YORK George Read, „, Tj ' TiiojrAS M'Kean. William Floyd, Philip Livingston, MARYLAND. Francis Lewis, Samuel Chase, Lewis 3Iorris. William Paca, 270 ■REBELLION KEGISTER. Thomas Stone, Chaeles Carroll, of Car rolkon. : - VIRGINIA. George Wythe, Richard Henrt Lee, Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Harrison, Thomas Nelson, Jr., Francis Lightpoot Lee, Carter Braxton. NORTH CAROLINA. William Hooper, Joseph Hewes, ■John Penn. SOUTH CAROLINA. Edward Rutledge, Thomas Hetward, Jr., Thomas Lynch, Jr., Arthfr Middleton. GEORGIA. Button. Gwinnett, Lyman Hall, George Walton. ARTICLES OF CONFEDERATION And Perpetual Union Between the States op Nkw Hampshire, Massachusetts Bay, Rhode Island, AND Providence Plantations, Connecticut, New York, New Jerset, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia. Article 1. The style of this Confederacy shall be "The United States of America." Article 2. Each State retains its sovereignty, free- dom and independence, and every power, jurisdiction and right, which is not by this confederation expressly delegated to the United States in Congress assembled. Article 3. The said States hereby severally enter into a firm league of friendship with each other, for their common defense, the security of their liberties, and their mutual and general welfare, binding them- selves to assist each other against all force offered to, or attacks made upon them, or any of them, on account of religion, sovereignty, trade, or any other pretense whatever. Article 4. The better to secure and perpetuate mutual friendship and intercourse among the people of the different States in this Union, the free inhabitants of each of these States — paupers, vagabonds, and fugitives from justice excepted — shall be entitled to all privileges and immunities of free citizens in the several States; and the people of each State shall have free ingress and regress to and from any other State, and shall enjoy therein all the privileges of trade and commerce, subject to the same duties, impositions and restrictions, as the inhabitants thereof respectively, provided that such re- (271) 272 KEBELLION EEGISTER. Btrio^tion shall not extend so far as to prevent the removal of property, imported into any State, to any other State of which the owner is an inhabitant; pro- vided, also, 'that no imposition, duties or restriction shall he laid by any State on the property of the United States, or either of them. If any person guilty of, or charged with treason, felony, or other high misdemeanor in any State, shall flee from justice, and be found in any . of the United States, he shall, upon demand of the Governor, or executive power of the State from which he fled, he de- livered up and removed to the State having jurisdiction of his offense. Full faith and credit shall be given in each of these States, to the records, acts, and judicial proceedings of the courts and magistrates of every other State. Article 5. For the more convenient management of the general interest of the United States, Delegates shall be annually appointed, in such manner as the leg- islature of each State shall direct, to meet in Congress on the first Monday in November, in every year, with a power reserved to each State, to recall its Delegates, or any of them, at any time within the year, and to send others in their stead„for the remainder of the year. No State shall be represented in Congress by less than two, nor by more than seven members; and no per- son shall be capable of being a Delegate for more than three years in any term of six years ; nor shall any per- son, being a Delegate, be capable of holding any office under the United States, for which he, or another for his benefit, receives any salary, fees or emolument of any kind. Each State shall maintain its own Delegates in any meeting of the States, and while they act as members of the Committee of the States. In determining questions in the United States, in Congress assembled, each State shall have one vote. Freedom of speech and debate in Congress shall not be impeached or questioned in any court or place out of Congress, and the members of Congress shall be'pro- tected in their persons from arrests and imprisonments during the time of their going to and from, and atteii- ARTICLES OF CONFEDERATION. 273 dance on Congress, except for treason, felony, or breach of the peace. Article 6. No State, without the consent of the United States in Congress assembled, shall send an em- bassy to, or receive an embassy from, or enter into any conference, agreement, alliance or treaty with any King, Prince or State ; nor shall any person holding any oflSce of profit or trust under the United States, or any of them, accept of any present, emolument, office or title of any kind whatever from any King, Prince or Foreign State ; nor shall the United States in Congress assem- bled, or any of them, grant any title of nobility. No two or more States shall enter into any treaty, confederation or alliance whatever between them, with- out the consent of the United States in Congress assem- bled, specifying accurately the purposes for which the same is to be entered into, and how long it shall continue; No State shall lay any imposts or duties which may interfere with any stipulations in treaties, entered into by the United States in Congress assembled, with any King, Prince or State, in pursuance of any treaties already proposed by Congress, to the Courts of France and Spain. No vessels of war shall be kept up in time of peace by any State, except such number only, as shall be deemed necessary by the United States in Congress assembled, for the defense of such State, or its trade; nor shall any body of forces be kept up by any State, in time of peace, except such number only, as in the judg- ment of the United States in Congress assembled, shall bo deemed requisite to garrison the forts necessary for the defense of such State ; but every State shall always keep up a well regulated and disciplined militia, eiim- ciently armed and accoutred, and shall provide and have constantly ready for use, in public stores, a due number of field pieces and tents, and a proper quantity of arms, ammunition and camp equipage. No State shall engage in any war without the consent of the United States in Congress assembled, unless such State be actually invaded by enemies, or shall have re- ceived certain advice of a resolution being formed by 12* 274 REBELLION REGISTER. some nation of Indians to invade such a State, and the danger is so imminent as not to admit of a delay, till the United States in Congress assembled can be con- sulted; nor shall any State grant commissions to any ships or vessels of war, nor letters of marque or reprisal, except it be after a declaration of war by. the United States in Congress assembled, and then only against the Kingdom or State, and the subjects thereof, against ■which war has been so declared, a*d under such regula- tions as shall be established by the United States in Congress assembled, unless such State be infested by pirates, in which case vessels of war may be fitted out for that occasion, and kept so long as the danger shall continue, or until the United Stat«s in Congress assem- bled shall determine otherwise. Article 7. When land forces are raised by any State for the common defense, all officers of, or under the rank of colonel, shall be appointed by the legisla- tures of each State respectively, by whom such forces shall be raised, or in such manner as such State shall direct, and all vacancies shall be filled up by the State which first made the appointment. Article 8. All charges of war, and all other ex- penses that shall be incurred for the common defense or general welfare, and allowed by the United States in Congress assembled, shall be defrayed out of a common treasury, which shall be supplied by the several States, in proportion to the value of all land within each State, grant-ed to or surveyed for any person, as such land and the buildings and improvements thereon shall be esti- mated according to such mode as the United States in Congress assembled, shall, from time to time, direct and appoint. The taxes for paying that proportion shall be laid and levied by the authority and direction of the legislatures of the several States within the time agreed upon by the United States in Congress assembled. Article 9. The United States in Congress assem- bled shall have the sole and exclusive right and power of determining on peace and war, except in the cases mentioned in the 6th article — of sending and receiving ambassadors — entering into treaties and alliances, pro- vided that no treaty of commerce shall be made whereby ARTICLES 01' CONFEDERATION. 275 the legislative power of the respective States shall be restrained from imposing such imposts and duties on foreigners, as their own people are subjected to, or from prohibiting the exportation or importation of any spe- cies of goods or commodities whatsoever — of establish- ing rules for deciding in all cases what captures on land or water shall be legal, and in what manner prizes taken by land or naval forces in the service of the United States shall be divided or appropriated — of granting let- ters of marque and reprisal in times of peace — appoint- ing courts for the trial of piracies and felonies com- mitted on the high seas and establishing courts for re- ceiving and determining finally appeals in all cases of captures, provided that no member of Congress shall be appointed a judge of any of the said courts. The United States in Congress assembled shall also be the last resort on appeal in all disputes and differences now subsisting or that hereafter may arise between two or more States concerning boundary, jurisdiction, or any other cause whatever; which authority shall always be exercised in the manner following ; — Whenever the legislative or executive authority or lawful agent of any State in controversy with another shall present a petition to Congress, stating the matter in question and praying for a hearing, notice thereof shall be given by order of Congress, to the legislative or executive authority of the other State in controversy, and a day assigned for the appearance of the parties by their lawful agents, who shall then be directed to appoint by joint consent, com- missioners or judges to constitute a court for hearing and determining the matter in question ; but if they cannot agree, Congress shall name three persons out of each of the .United States, and from the list of such per- sons each party shall alternately strike out one, the pe- titioners beginning, until the number shall be reduced to thirteen; and from that number not less than seven, nor more than nine names, as Congress shall direct, shall in the presence of Congress be drawn out by lot, and the persons whose names shall be so drawn, or any five of them, shall be commissioners or judges, to hear and finally "determine the controversy, so always as a major part of the judges who shall hear the cause shall agree 276 REBELLION REMSTER. in the determination; and if either party shall nogleet to attend at the day appointed, without showing reasons ■which Congress shall judge sufficient, or heing present shall refuse to strike, the Congress shall proceed to nominate three persons out of each State, and the Secre- tary of Congress shall strike in hehalf of such party absent or refusing ; and the judgment and sentence of the court to be appointed, in the manner above pre- scribed, shall be final and conclusive ; and if any of the parties shall refuse to submit to the authority of such court, or to appear or defend their claim or cause, the court shall nevertheless proceed to pronounce sentence or judgment, which shall in like manner be final and de- cisive, the judgment or sentence and other proceedings being in either case transmitted to Congress and lodged among the acts of Congress for the security of the par- ties concerned : provided that every commissioner, be- fore he sits in judgment, shall take an oath, to be admin- istered by one of the judges of the Supreme or Superior Court of the State where the cause shall be tried, "well and truly to hear and determine the matter in question, according to the best of his judgment, without favor, affection, or hope of reward:" provided also that no State shall be deprived of territory for the benefit of the United States. All controversies concerning the private right of soil claimed under different grants of two or more States, whose jurisdictions as they may respect such lands, and the States which passed such grants, are adjusted ; the said grants or either of them being at the same time claimed to have originated antecedent to such settlement of jurisdiction, shall, on the petition of either party to the Congress of the United States, be finally determined as near as may be in the same manner as is before pre- scribed for deciding disputes respecting territorial juris- diction between different States. The United States in Congress assembled shall also have the solo exclusive right and power of regulating the alloy and value of coin struck by their own authority, or by that of the respective States — fixing the standard of weights and measures throughout the United States — regulating the trade and managing all affuirs with the AETICLSS OP CONFEDERATION 277 Indiana, not members of any of the States ; provided, that the legislative right of any State within its own limits be not infringed or violated — -establishing or regu- lating post-offices from one State to another, throughoui all the United States, and exacting such postage on the papers passing through the same as may be requisite to defray the expenses of the said office — appointing all officers of the land forces, in the service of the United 'States, excepting regimental officers — appointing all the officers of the naval force's, and commissioning all offi- cers whatever in the service of the United Sta,tes — ♦majfci&g rules for the government and regulation of the said land and naval forces, and directing their operations. The United States in Congress assembled shall have authority to appoint a committee, to sit in the recess of Congress, to be denominated "A Committee of the States," andto consist of one delegate from each State; and to appoint such other committees and civil officers ^as may be necessary for managing the general affairs of the United States under their direction — to appoint one of their number to preside ; provided that no person be allowed to serve in the office of president more than one year in any term of three years — to ascertain the neces- sary sums of money to be raised for the service of the United States, anid to appropriate and apply, the same for defraying the public expensesT-^to borrow money, or emit bills on the credit of the United States, transmit- ting every half year to the respective States an account of the sums of money so borrowed ot emitted — ^to build and equip a navy — to agree upon the number of land forces, and to make requisitions from each State for its quota; in proportion to the number of white inhabitants in Su'ch State; -which requisition shall' be binding, and -thereftpou the j!egisiatu«es''of each' State shall appoint the i^giijiiental>^M%stas, raise the men, and clothe, arm and equipthemiin«aiBiaMieT-like manner, at the expense of the United States ;■ and the officers and men so clothed, armed and equipped, shall march to the place appointed, and within the: time agreed on by the United States in Congress assembled : but if the United States in Con- gress asserafete4 shall, on consideration of cireumstawees, *>. judge proper that any State should not raise men, or 278 HEBELLION REGISTEE. ehould raise a smallef'-number than its quiOta, and that any other Stats should raise a greater number of men than the quota thereof, sueh extra number shall .,he raised, officered, clothed, armed and equif ped in '<^fys? same manner as the quota of sueh State, anlesa the legislature of sufsh State shall j.udget that such extsa number can not be safely spared out of the same, in which case they shall. raise, offieer, clathe, arm and equip as many of sueh extra number as they judge can be safely spared. And the officers and men -so clothed, armed and equipped, shall march to the place appointed, and within the time agreed on by the United States in Congress assembled. The United States in Congress assembled shall never engage in a war, nor grant letters of marqmeand iiep.^al in time of peace, nor enter into. any treaties or %Uianc@s, nor coin money nor regulate the value thereof, nor as- certain the sums and expenses neeessai^ ifor the defense and welfare of the United States, or any of them, nor emit bills, nor borrow money on the credit of the United States, nor appropriate money, nor agree upoii the num- ber of vessels of war to be built or purchased, or the number of land or sea forces to be raised, nor apptUfnt^a commander in chief of the army or navy, unless nine States assent to the same:. nor shall a question on any othei" point, except for adjourning from day toTlstyjbe detei^mined, unless by the votes of a majority of the United States in Congress assembled. The Congress of th« United States shall have power to adjourn to any time within the year, and to any place within the United Stattes, so that no period of adjourn- ment be for a longer :duratioa than the space of six months, and shall publish th& journal of their proceed- ings monthly, except such parts thereof relating to treaties, alliances, or • military operations, as in their judgment require secrecy; and the yeas and nays of the delegates of each State on any question shall be entered on the journal, when it is desired by any delegate; and the delegates of a State, or any of them, at his or their request, shall be furnished with a transcript of the said journal, except such parts as are above excepted, to lay before the legislatures of the several States. ak.tict.es of confederation. 279 Article 10. The comuiitteo of the States, or. any nine of them, shall he authorized to execute, in the rscess of Congress, such of the powers of Congress, as the United States in Congress assembled; by the consent of nine States, shall, from time to time, think expedient to vest them with ; provided that no power be delegated to the said committee, for the exercise of which, by the Articles of Confederation, the voice of nine States in the Congress of the United States assembled is requisite. Article 11. Canada, acceding to this confederation, and joining in the measures of the United States, shall be admitted into, and entitled to all the advantages :of this union; but no other colony shall be admitted into the same, unless such adfuission be. agreed to by nine States. Article 12. All bills of credit emitted, moneys borrowed, and debts contracted by, or under the author- ity of Congress, before the assembling of the United States, in pursuance of the present confederation, shall be deemed and considered as a charge against the United States, for payment and satisfaction whereof the said United States and the public faith are hereby solemnly pledged. Article 13. Kvory State shall abide by the deter- minations of the United States in Congress assembled, on all questions which by. this confederation are sub- mitted to them. And the articles of this confederation shall be inviolably observed by every State, and the union shall be perpetual; nor shall any alteration at any time hereafter be made in any of them, unless such alteration be agreed to in a Congress of the United States, and bo afterward confirmed by the legislatures of every State. And Whereas, It hath pleased the Great Governor of the World to incline the hearts of the legislatures we respectively rcpi-esent in Congress, to approve of, and to authorize us to ratify the said Articles of Confederation and perpetual union. Know Ye, that we, the under- signed delegates, by virtue of the power and authority to us givcn'for that purpose, do, by these presents, in the name and in behalf of our respective constituents, fully and entirely ratify and confirm each and every of 280 KaBELLION REGISTER. the said Articles of Confederation and perpetual union, and all and singular the matters and things therein con- tained. And we do further solemnly plight and engajie the faith of our respective constituents, that they shall ahide hy the determinations of the United States in Congress assemhlcd, on all questions, which hy the said confederation are submitted to them. And that the articles thereof shall be inviolably observed by the States we respectively represent, and that the union shall he perpetual. In witness whereof we have hereunto set our hands in Congress. Done at Philadelphia, in the State of Pennsylvania, the 9th day of July, in the year of our Lord, 1778, and in the 3d year of the Independ- ence of America. CONSTITUTION OF THE UNITED STATES We, the people of the United States, in order to form a more perfect union, establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general welfare, and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity, do ordain and establish this Coilstitution for the United States of America : AKTICLE I. Sect. I. — All legislative powers herein granted shall be vested in a Congress' of the United States, which shall consist of a Senate and House of Representatives. Sect. II. — 1. The House of Representatives shall be composed of members chosen every second year by the people of the several states; and the electors in each state shall have the qualifications requisite for electors of the most numerous branch of the state legislature. 2. No person shall be a representative who shall not have attained the age of twenty-five years, and been seven years a citizen of the United States, and who shall not, when elected, be an inhabitant of the state in which he shall be chosen. 3. Representatives and direct taxes shall be appor- tioned among the several states which may be included within this Union, according to their respective num- bers, which shall be determined by adding to the whole number of free persons, including those bound to ser- vice for a term of years, and excludinEj Indians not 282 EEBELLION REaiSTEU. taxed, three-fifths of all other persons. The actual enumeration shall be made within three years after the firt meeting of the Congress of the United States, and within every subsequent term of ten years, in such man- ner as they shall by law direct. The number of repre- sentatives shall not exceed onefor every thirty thousand, but each state shall have at least one representative; and until such enumeration shall be made, the State of New Hampshire shall be entitled to choose three; Jiassa- chuseits eight; Rhode Island and Providence Plantations, one; Connecticut, five; New York, six; New Jersey, four; Pennsylvania; eight; Delaware, one; Maryland, six ; Virginia,- ten ; North Carolina, five ; South Caro- lina, five; and Georgia, three. 4. When vacancies happen in the representation from any state, the executive authority thereof shall issue writs of election to fill such vacancies. 5. The House of Eepresentatives shall choose their Speaker and other officers, and shall have the sole power of impeachment. Sect. III. — 1. The Senate of the United States shall be composed of two Senators from each state, chosen by the legislature thereof, for six years; and each Senator shall have one vote. .,■ '' 2. Immediataly after they shall he assembled in con- sequence of the first election, they shall be divided, as equally as may be, into three classes. The seats of the senators of the first class shall be vacated at the expir- ation of the second year, of the second class at the ex- piration of the fourth year, and of the third class at the expiration of the sixth year, so that one-third may be chosen every second year; and if vacancies happen by resignation or otherwise, during the recess of the legis- lature of any state, the executive thereof may make temporary appointments until the next meeting of the legislature which shall then fill such vacancies. 3. No person shall be a senator who shall not have attained to the ago of thirty years, and been nine years a citizen of the United States, and who shall not, when elected, be an inhabitant of that state for which he shall be chosen. CONSTITUTION OF THE UNITED STATES. 283 4. The Vice-President of the United States shall be President of the Senate, but shall have no vote, unless they be equally divided. 5. The Senate shall choose their other officers, and also a president pro tempore in the absence of the Vice- President, or when he shall exercise the office of Presi- dent of the United States. 6. The Senate shall have the sole power to try all impeachments. When sitting for that purpose, they shall be on oath or affirmation. When the President of the United States is tried, the chief justice shall pre- side; and no person shall be convicted without the con- currence of two-thirds of the members present. 7. Judgment, in cases of impeachment, shall not ex- tend further than to removal from office, and disqualifi- cation to hold and enjoy any office of honor, trust, or profit under the United States ; but the party convicted shall, nevertheless, be liable and subject to indictment, ^rial, judgment, and punishment, according to law. Sect. IV. — 1. The times, places, and manner of holding elections for senators and representatives shall be prescribed in each state by the legislature thereof; but the Congress may, at an-j^ time, by law, make or alter such regulations, except as to the places of choos- ing senators. 2. The Congress shall assemble at least once in every year; and such meeting shall be on the first Monday in December, unless they shall by law appoint a difi'erent day. Sect. V. — 1. Each house shall be the judge of the elections, returns, and qualifications of its own mem- bers; and a majority of each shall constitute a quorum to do business; but a smaller number may adjourn from day to day, and may be authorized to compel the attend- ance of absent members, in such manner and under such penalties as each house may provide. 2. Each house may determine the rule of its own pro- ceedings, punish its members for disorderly behavior, and, with the concurrence of two-thirds, expel a member. 3. Each house shall keep a journal of its proceedings, and from time to time publish the same, excepting such 284 EEBELLION EEGISTER. parts as may, in their judgment, require secrecy; and the yeas and' nays of the members of either house on any question, shall, at the desire of one-fifth of those present, be entered on the journal. 4. Neither house, during the session of Congress, shall, without the consent of the other, adjourn for more than three days, nor to any other place than that in which the two houses shall be sitting. Sect. VI. — 1. The senators and representatives shall receive a compensation for their services, to be ascer- tained by law, and paid out of the treasury of the United States. They shall, in all cases, except treason, felony, and breach of the peace, be priviliged from arrest during their attendance at the session of their respective houses, and in going to or returning from the same; and for any speech or debate in either house they shall not be questioned in any other place. 2. No senator or representative shall, during the time for which he was elected, be appointed to any civil office under the authority of the United States which shall have been created, or the emoluments whei-eof shall have been increased, during such time ; and no person hold- ing any office under the United States shall be a member of either house during his continuance in office. Sect. VII. — 1. All bills for raising revenue shall originate in the House of Representatives; but the Sen- ate may propose or concur with amendments, as on other bills. 2. Every bill which shall have passed the House of Representatives and the Senate, shall, before it becomes a law, be presented to the President of the United States; if he approve, he shall sign it; but if not, he shall re- turn it, with his objections, to that honse in which it shall have originated, who shall enter the objections at large upon their journal, and proceed to reconsider it. If, after such reconsideration, two-thirds of that house shall agr«e to pass the bill, it shall be sent, together with the objections, to the other house; and if approved by two-thirds of that house, it shall become a law. But in all such cases the votes of both houses shall be de- termined by yeas and nays; and the names of the per- sons voting for and against the bill shall be entered on CONSTITUTION OF THE UNITED STATES. 285 the journals of each house respectively. If any bill shall not be returned by the President within ten days (Sundays excepted) after it shall have been pr.esented to him, the same shall be a law, in like manner as if he had signed it, unless Congress, by their adjournment, prevent its return ; in which case it shall not be a law. 3. Every order, resolution, or vote, to which the con- currence of the Senate and Ho-ase of Representatives may be necessary (except on a question of adjournmewt) shall be presented to the President of the Unifed States, and before the same shall take effect shall be approved by him ; or, being disapproved by him, shall be repassed by two-thirds of the Senate and House of Represent- atives, according to the rules and limitations prescribed in the case of a bill. Sect. VIII. — The Congress shall have power, — 1. To lay and collect taxes, duties, imposts, and ex- cises; to pay the debts and provide for the common defence and general welfare of the United States; but all duties, imposts and excises shall be uniform through- out the United States. 2. To borrow money on the credit of the United States: 3. To regulate commerce with foreign nations, and among the several states, and with the Indian tribes : 4. To establish a uniform rule of naturalization, and uniform laws on the subject of bankruptcies, through- out the United States : 5. To coin money, regulate the value thereof, and of foreign coin, and fix the standard of weights and neasures: 6. To provide for the punishment of counterfeiting the securities and current coin of the United States: 7. To establish post offices and post roads: 8. To promote the progress of science and useful arts, by securing, for limited times, to authors and inventors the exclusive right to their respective writings and dis- coveries : 9. To constitute tribunals inferior to the supreme court: 10. To define and punish piracies and felonies com- 286 EEBELLION REGISTER. mitted on the high seas, and offences against the law of nations: 11. To declare war, grant letters of marque and reprisal, and make rules concerning captures on land and water: 12. To raise and support armies; but no appropri- ation of money to that use shall be for a longer term than two years : 13. To provide and maintain a navy: 14. To make rules for the government and regulation of the land and naval forces: 15. To provide for calling forth the militia to execute the laws of the Union, suppress insurrections, and repel invasions: 16. To provide for organizing, arming, and disciplin- ing the militia, and for governing such part of them as may be employed in the service of the United States, reserving to the states respectively the appointment of the officers, and the authority of training the militia, according to the discipline prescribed by Congress: 17. To exercise exclusive legislation, in all cases whatsoever, over such district (not exceeding ten miles square) as may, by cession of particular states, and the acceptance of Congress, become the seat of government of the United States, and to exercise like authority over all places purchased by the consent of the legislature of the state in which the same shall be, for the erection of forts, magazines, arsenals, dock-yards and other need- ful buildings: And, 18. To make all laws which shall be necessary and proper for carrying into execution the foregoing powers, and all other powers vested by this Constitution in the Government of the United States, or in any department or officer thereof. Sect. IX. — 1. The migration or importation of such persons as any of the states, now existing, shall think proper to admit, shall not be prohibited by the Congress prior to the year one thousand eight hundred and eight; but a tax or duty may be imposed on such importation, not exceeding ten dollars for each person. 2. The privilege of the writ of habeas corpus shall CONSTITUTION OF THE UNITED STATES. 287 not be suspended, unless when, in cases of rebellion or invasion, the public safety may require it. 3. No bill of attainder, or ex post facto law, ehall be passed. 4. No capitation or other direct tax shall be laid, un- less in proportion to the census or enumeration herein before directed to be taken. 5. No tax or duty shall be laid on articles exported from any state. No preference shall be given, by any regulation of commerce or revenue, to the ports of one state over those of another; nor shall vessels bound to or from one state be obliged to enter, clear, or pay duties in another. 6. No money shall be drawn from the treasury, but inconsequence of appropriations made by law; and a regular statement and account of the receipts and ex- penditures of all public money shall be published from time to time. 7. No title of nobility shall be granted by the United States; and no person holding any office of profit or trust under them shall, without the consent of Congress, accept any present, emolument, office, or title of any kind whatever, from any king, prince, or foreign state. Sect. X. — 1. No state shall enter into any treaty, alliance, or confederation; grant letters of marque and reprisal; coin money; emit bills of credit; make any- thing but gold and silver coin a tender in payment of debts; pass any bill of attainder, ex post facto law, or law impairing the obligation of contracts; or grant any title of nobility. 2. No state shall, without the consent of Congress, lay any imposts or duties on imports or exports, except what may be absolutely necessary for executing its in- spection laws; and the net produce of all duties and imposts laid by any state on imports oj exports, shall be for the use of the treasury of the United States ; and all such laws shall be subject to the revision and con- trol of the Congress. No state shall, without the consent of Congress, lay any duty on tonnage, keep troops or ships of war in time of peace, enter into any agreement or compact with another state or with a foreign power, 288 REBELLION EEGISTER. or engage in war, unless actually invaded, or in such imminent danger as will not admit of delay. AETICLE II. Sect. I.^l. The executive power shall be vested in a President of the United States of America. He shall hold his office during the term of four years, and, to- gether with the Vice-President, chosen for the same term, be elected as follows : 2. Each State shall appoint, in such manner as the legislature thereof may direct, a number of electors, equal to the whole number of senators and represent- atives to which the state may be entitled in the Congress ; but no senator or representative, or person holding an office of trust or profit under the United States, shall be appointed an elector. 3. [Annulled. See Amendments, Art. 12.] 4. The Congress may determine the time of chosing the electors, and the day on which they shall give their votes, which day shall be the same throughout the United States. 5. No person except a natural-born citizen, or a citi- zen of the United States at the time of the adoption of this Constitution, shall be eligible to the office of Presi- dent; neither shall any person be eligible to that office who shall not»have attained to the age of thirty-five years, and been fourteen years a resident within the United States. '"* 6. In case of the removal of the President from office, or of his death, resignation, or inability to dis- charge the powers and duties of said office, the same shall devolve on the Vice-President; and the Congress may by law provide for the case of removal, death, res- ignation, or inability, both of the President and Vice- President, declaring what officer shall then act as Presi- dent, and such officer shall act accordingly, until the disability be removed, or a President shall be elected. 7. The Presiden|> shall, at stated times, receive for his services a compensation which shall neither be increased nor diminished during the period for which he shall CONSTITUTION OF THE UNITJBD STATES. 2S9 have been elected; and he shall not receive, within that period, any other emolument from the United States, or any of them. 8. Before he enter on the execution of his office, he shall take the following oath or affirmation : "I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will faithfully execute the office of President of the United States, and will, to the best of my ability, preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution of the United States." Sect. II. — 1. The President shall be commander-in- chief of the army and navy of the United States, and of the militia of the several states, when called into the actual service of the United States: he may require the opinion, in writing, of the principal officer in each of the executive departments upon any subject relating to the duties of their respective offices ; and he shall have power to grant reprieves and pardons for offences against the United States, except in cases of impeachment. 2. He shall have power, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, to make treaties, provided two- thirds of the Senators present coneur ; and he shall nominate, and by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, shall appoint, ambassadors, other public ministers and consuls, judges of the Supreme court, and all other officers of the United States, whose appoiat- ments are not herein otherwise provided for, and which shall he established by law. But the Congress, may, by law, vest the appointment of such inferior officers as they think proper, in the President alone, in the courts of law, or in the heads of departments. 3. The President shall have power to fill up all vacancies that may happen during the recess of the Senate, by granting commissions, which shall expire at the end of their next session. Sect. III. — He shall, from time to time, give to the Congress information of the state of the Union, and re- commend -to their consideration such measures as he shall judge necessary and expedient ; he may, on extra- ordinary occasions, convene both houses, or either of them, and in case of disagreement between them with respect to the time of adjournment, he may adjourn them to such time as he shall think proper ; he shall re- 18 290 REBELLION KEOISTER. ceive ambassadors, and other public ministers ; be shall take care that the laws be faithfully executed ; and shall commission all the officers of the United States. Sect. IV. — The President, Vice-President and all civil officers of the United States, shall be removed from office on impeachment for, and conviction of, treason, bribery, or other high crimes and misdemeanors. ARTICLE III. Sect. I. — The judicial power of the United States shall be vested in one supreme court, and in such infe- rior courts as the Congress may, from time to time, or- dain and establish. The judges, both of the supreme and inferior courts, shall hold their offices during good behavior, and shall, at stated times, receive for their services a compensation which shall not be diminished during their continuance in office. Sect. II. — 1. The judicial power shall extend to all cases, in law and equity, arising under this Constitution, the laws of the United States, and treaties made, or which shall be made, under their authority ; to all cases affecting ambassadors, and other public ministers and consuls ; to all cases of admirality and maritime juris- diction ; to controversies to which the United States shall be a party ; to controversies between two or more States; between a state and citizens of another state; between citizens of different states ; between citizens of the same state, claiming lands under grants of different states, and between a State, or the citizens thereof, and foreign states, citizens or subjects. 2. In all oases affecting ambassadors, other public ministers, and consuls, and those in which a state shall be a party, the supreme court shall have original juris- ditstion. In all other cases before mentioned, the supreme court shall have appellate jurisdiction, both as to law and fact, with such exceptions, and under such regulations, as the Congress shall make. 3. The trial of all crimes, except in cases of impeach- ment, shall be by jury ; and such trial shall be held in the state where the said crimes shall have been commit- tttd ; but wh«a not oommitted within any state, the trial CONSTITUTION OF THE UNITED STATES. 2M sliall be at such a place or places as the Congress may ' by law have directed. : Sect. III. — 1. Treason ^aii^t the United States shall consist only in levying war against them, or in ad- hering to their eaeaies, giving them aid and comfort No person shall be convicted of treason, unless on the testimony of two witnesises to the same overt act, or con- fessions in open court. 2. The Congress shall have p.6wer to declare the pun- ' ishment of treason ; but no attainder of treason shall "vork corrilpitioii of blood, or forfeiture, except during the life of the person attainted. ARTICLE IV. Sect. I. — Full faith and credit shall be given in each state to the public acts, records and judicial proceedings of every other state. And the Congress may, by gen- eral tewsf jpnifesfewfe the manner in which such acts,- records 'aad;' ptOG^edfags shall be prosf^d, and the effect thereof. ' " r ■ » •' :. Sect. II.— 1. The citizens of each state shall be en titled to all piii^ilegea and immunities of eitizems in the several stai(3fes. 2. A pei?son charged in any 'Sta,te with treaaon, felony, or otber crime, 'who shall fee froin justioeVaind/be found in another state, sihiaM, om demand of the executive author- ity of the state from whieh he ied^.be delivered up to be removed to the ^tite having -ju«riedie#0,n_ of the crime. 3. No persontithiBjljd'iilio^s'grivicse' or labor in one state, under the laws thereof, escaping into another, shall, in consequence of any law or regulation therein, be dis- charged from such service or labor, but shall be deliv- ered up on claim of the party to whom such service or labor may be due. Sect. III.-^l. New states may be admitted by the Congress 'into this Union ; but no new state shall be formed or erected within' the jurisdiction of any other state ; nor any- sta/te be formed by the junction of two or more states, or parts of states, without the consent of the legidatares of the states conoerned, as well as of tlie 2925 REBELLION EBGISTEK. 2. The Congress shall have power to dispose of and make all needful rules and regulations respecting the territory or other property belonging to the United States ; and nothing in this Constitution shall be so con- strued as to prejudice any claims 'of the United States, or of any particular state. Sect. IV.- — -The United States shall guarantee to every state of this Union a republican form of government, and shall protect each of them against invasion, and, on application of the legislature, or of the executive (when the legislature can not be convened,) against domestic violence. AKTIOLE Y. The Congress, whenever two-thirds of both houses shall deem it necessary, shall propose amendments to this Constitution, or, on the application of the legislatures of two-thirds of the several states, shall call a conven- tion for proposing anieu-dments, which, in either case, shall be valid to all intents and purposes, as part of this Constitution, when ratified by the legislatures of three- fourths of the several states, or by conventions in three- fourths thereof, as the one or the other mode of ratifi- cation may be proposed by the Congress ; provided that no ameiidment which may be made prior to the year one thousand eight hundred and eight shall in any manner affect the first and fourth clauses in the ninth section of the first article ; and that no state, without its consent, shall be deprived of its equal suffrage in the Senate. ARTICLE VI. 1. All debts contracted, and engagements entered into, before the adoption of this Constitution, shall be as valid against the United States under this Constitu- tion as under the confederation. 2. This Constitution, and the laws of the United States which shall be made in pursuance thereof, and all treaties made, or which shall be made, under the author- ity of the United States, shall be the supreme law of the land ; and the judges in every state shall be bouad CONSTITUTION OF THE TJ^flTED STATES. 293f thereby ; anytliing in the eonstitution or laws of any state to the contrary notwithstanding. 3. The senators and representatives before mentioned, and the members of the several state legislatures, and all executive and judicial oiEoers, both of the United States, and of the several sta,tes, shall be bound by oath or affirmation to support this Constitution ; but no re- ligious test shall ever be ^required as a qualification to any office ox public trust under the United States. ARTICLE VII. The ratification of the conventions of nine states shall be sufficient for the establishment of this Constitution between the the states so ratifying the same. Done in convention, by the unanimous consent of the states present, the seventeenth day of September, in the year of our Lord' one thousand seven hundred and eighty-seven, and of the Independence of the United States of America the twelfth. In witness whereof, we have hereunto subscribed our names. GEORGE WASHINGTON, President, and Deputy from Virginia. NEW HAMPSHIRE. John Langdon, Nicholas Gilman. MASSACHUSETTS. Nathaniel Gobham, Rtji'us King. CONNECTICUT. Wm. Samuel Johnson, Roger Sherman. NEW YORK. Alexander Hamilton. NEW JERSEY. William Livingston, David Bbearlet, William Patterson, J9NATHAN Dayton. PENNSYLVANIA. Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Mifflin, Robert Morris, George Cltmer, Thomas Fitzbimons, { Jarbd Ingersoll, James Wilson, gouverneur morris. 294 REBELLION REGISTER. DELAWARE. NORTH CAROLINA. George Read, William Blount, Gunning Bedford, Jr. Rich. Dobbs Spaight, John Dickinson, Hugh Willi.4mson. Richard Bassett, ^^^.„„ ^ . ^ ,^ -r^x . Jacob Broom. SOUTH CAROLINA. MARYLAND. John Rutledge, James M'Henry, Charles C. Pincknet, Dan'l of St. Tho'. Jbni.er,Chab-s Pincknez, Daniel Carroll. ^-ierce butler. VIRGINIA. GEORGIA. John Blair, William Few, James Madison, Jr. Abraham Baldwin. Attest, WILLIAM JACKSON, Secretary. AMENDMENTS TO THE CONSTITUTION. Art. J. — Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exer- cise thereof : or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to as- semble and to petition the government for a redress of grievances. Art. II. — A well regulated militia being necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed. Art. III. — No soldier shall, in time of peace, be quartered in any house without the consent of the owner, nor in time of war, but in a manner to be pre- scribed by law. Art. IV. — The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers and effects, against unreas- onable searches and seizures, shall not be violated ; and no warrants shall issue but upon probable cause, sup- ported by oath or affirmation, and particularly describ- ing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized. AMENDMENTS. 295 Art. V. — No person shall be held to answer for a capital or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a present- ment or indictment of a grand jury, except in cases arising in the land and naval forces, or in the militia when in actual service, in time of war or public danger ; nor shall any person be subject for the same offence to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb ; nor shall be compelled, in any criminal case, to be witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law ; nor shall private property be taken for public use without just compensation. Art. VI. — In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial by an impartial jury of the state and district wherein the crime shall have been committed, which district shall have been previously ascertained by law, and to be in- formed of the nature and cause of the accusation ; to be confronted with the witnesses against him ; to have com- pulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor; and to have the assistance -of counsel for his defence. Art. VII. — In suits at common law, where the value in controversy shall exceed twenty dollars, the right of trial by jury shall be preserved; and no fact tried by a jury, shall be otherwise re-examined in any court of the United States than according to the rules of the com- mon law. Art. VIII. — Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual pun- ishments inflicted. Art. IX. — The enumeration in the Constitution of certain rights shall not be construed to deny or dispar- age Others retained by the people. Art. X.— The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the states, are reserved to the states respectively, or to the people. Art. XI.— The judicial power of the United States shall not be construed to extend to any suit in law or equity commenced or prosecuted against one of the United States by citizens of another state, or by citizens or subjects of any foreign state. 296 REBFLLION REGISTER. Art. XII. — 1. The electors shall meet in their res- pective states, and vote by ballot for President and Vice- President, one of whom, at least, shall not be an inhab- itant of the same state with themselves ; they shall name in their ballots the person voted for as President, and in distinct ballots the person voted for as Vice Presi- dent ; and they shall make distinct lists of -all persons voted for as President, and of all persons voted for as Vice-President, and of the number of votes for each ; which lists they shall sign and certify, and transmit, sealed, to the seat of government of the United States, directed to the President of the Senate. The President of the Senate shall, in the presence of the Senate and House of Representatives, open all the certificates, and the votes shall then be counted ; the person having the greatest number of votes for President shall be Presi- dent, if such number be a majority of the whole num- ber of electors appointed ; and if no person have such majority, then from the persons having the highest number, not exceeding three, on the list of those voted for as President, the House of Representatives shall choose immediately, by ballot, the President. But, in choosing the President, the votes shall be taken by states, the representation from each state having one vote ; a quorum for this purpose shalji consist of a mem- ber or members from two thirds of the states, and a majority of all the states shall be necessary to a choice. And if the House of Representatives shall not choose a President, whenever the right of choice shall devolve upon them, before the fourth day of March next follow- ing, then the Vice-President shall act as President, as in the case of the death or other constitutional disabil- ity of the President. 2. The person having the greatest number of votes as Vice-President shall be the Vice-President, if such number be a majority of the whole number of electors appointed ; and if no person have a majority, then from the two highest numbers on the list the Senate shall choose the Vice President; a quorum for the purpose shall consist of two-thirds of the whole number of sen- ators, and a majority of the whole number shall be ne- cessary to a choice. AMENDMENTS. 297 3. But no person constitutionally ineligible to the office of President shall be eligible to that of Vice- President of the United States. Art. XIII. — 1. Neither slavery nor involuntary ser- vitude, except as a punishment for crime, whereof the party shall have been duly convicted, shall exist within the United States, or any place subject to their jurisdiction. 2. Congress shall have power to enforce this article by appropriate legislation. The XIII, or Anti-Slavery amendment was proposed in the United States Senate, February 1, 1864, and after a lengthy and searching debate, was adopted by that body April 8, as follows : Ayes, 38 — Republicans, 36 ; Democrats, 2. Nays, 6 — All Democrats. Not voting, 6 — Republicans, 1 ; Democrats, 5, The House refused, June 15, to adopt it by the ne- cessary two-thirds vote, (yeas, 95; nays, 66 ; not voting, 22 ; required two-thirds, 122.) It was again called up, January 6, 1865, and adopted on the 31st, as follows : Ayes, 119 — -Republicans, 103; Democrats, 16. Nays, 56 — All Democrats. Not Voting, 8 — All Democrats. Secretary Seward officially announced its ratification, and declared it a part of the Constitution, December 18, 1865. The following table shows which States, up to that time, had ratified the amendments : Illinois Feb. 1 Louisiana Fub. 17 Khodo Island Fob. 2 Wisconsin I'eb. 21 Micbigan Feb. 2 Missoud Feb. 24 ^'ew York Feb. 'i Vermont Mar. 9 Maryland Fob. 3 Tennessee Apr. 5 MassacbusottB Fob. 3 Arkansas Apr. 1 Pennsylvania , Feb. 3 Connecticut May 4 West Virginia Feb. 3 New Hampshire June 30 Maine Feb. 7 South Carolina Noy. 13 Ohio Feb. 8 North Carolina Doc. 1 Kansas Feb. S Alabama Bee. 2 Minnesota Feb. 8 Georgia....^ Doc. 6 Virginia Feb. 9 Oregon Dec. 11 Indiana Feb. 13 California Dec. 18 Nevada Feb. IG The Legislatures of the following States declined to ratify the Amend- ment : Delaware I'd). 8 New Jersey Mar. 1 Kentucky I'di. 23 WASHINGTON'S FAREWELL ADDRESS. Friends and Fellow Citizens : — The period for a new election of a citizen to admin- ister the executive government of the United States being not far distant, and the time actually arrived when your thoughts must be employed in designating the per- son who is to be clothed with that important trust, it appears to me proper, especially as it may conduce to a more distinct expression of the public voice, that I should now apprise you of the resolution I have formed to decline being considered among the number of those out of whom the choice is to be m?ie. I beg you at the same time to do me the justice to be assured that this resolution has not been t-aken without a strict regard to all the considerations appertaining to the relation which binds a dutiful citizen to his country; and that, in withdrawing the tender of service which silence iu my situation might imply, I am influenced by no diminution of zeal for your future interest; no defi- ciency of grateful respect for your past kindness; but am supported by a full conviction that the step is com- patible with both. The acceptance of, and continuance hitherto in, the office to which your suffrages have twice called me have been a uniform sacrifice of inclination to the opinion of duty, and to a deference for what appeared to be your desire. I constantly hoped that it would have been much earlier in my power, consistently with motives which I was not at liberty to disregard, to return to that retirement from which I had been reluctantly drawn. The strength of my inclination to do this previous to the last election had even ted to the preparation of an (298) WASHINGTON'S FAREWELL ADDRESS. 299 address to declare it to you; but mature reflection on the then perplexed and critical posture of aflFairs with foreis;n nations, and the unanimous advice of persons entitled to my confidence, impelled me to abandon the idea. I rejoice that the state of your (wncerns, external as well as internal, no longer renders the pursuit of in- clination incompatible with the sentiment of duty or pro- priety, and am persuaded, whatever partiality may be retained for my services, that in the present circum- stances of our country you will not disapprove of my determination to i-etire. The impressions with which I first undertook the arduous trust were explained on the proper occasion, in the discharge of this trust I will only say that I have, with good intentions, contributed towards the organiza- tion and administration of the government the best ex- ertions of which a very fallible judgment was capable. Not unconscious, in the outset, of the inferiority of my qualifications, experience in my own eyes, perhaps still more in the eyes of others, has strengthened the motives to diffidence of myself; and every day the increasing weight of years admonishes me more and more that the shade of retirement is as necessary to me as it_will be welcome. Satisfied that if any circumstances have given peculiar value to my services, they were temporary, I have the consolation to believe that while choice and prudence invite me to quit the political scene, patriotism does not forbid it. In looking forward to the moment which is to termi- nate the career of my public life, my feelings do not permit me to suspend the deep acknowledgment of that debt of gratitude which I owe to my beloved country for the many honors it has conferred upon, me ; still more for the steadfast confidence with which it has supported me, and for the opportunities I have thence enjoyed of manifesting my inviolable attachment by services faith- ful and persevering, though in usefulness unequal to my zeal. If benefits have resulted to our country from these services, let it always be remembered to your praise, and as an instructive example in our annals, that under circumstances in which the passions, agitated in every direction, were liable to mislead — amidst appear- 300 REBELLION REGISTEH. ances sometimes dubious — vicissitudes of fortune often discouraging — in situations in whioh not unfrequently want of success has countenanced the spirit of criticism — the constancy of your support was the essential prop of the efforts, and a guaranty of the plans, by which they were eflFeoted. Profoundly penetrated with this idea, I shall carry it with me to my grave, as a strong incite- ment to unceasing vows that Heaven may continue to you the choicest tokens of its beneficence ; that your union and brotherly, affection may be perpetual; that the free Constitution, which is the work of your hands, may be sacredly maintained; that its administration in every department may be stamped with wisdom and virtue; that, in fine, the happiness of the people of these States, under the auspices of liberty, may be made com- plete, by so careful a preservation and so prudent a use of this blessing, as will acquire to them the glory of recommending it to the applause, the affection, and the adoption of every nation which is yet a stranger to it. Here, perhaps, I ought to stop. But a solicitude foi your welfare, which cannot end but with my life, and the apprehension of danger natural to that solicitude, urge me, on an occasion like the present, to offer to your solemn contemplation, and to recommend to your fre quent review, some sentiments which are the result of much reflection, of no inconsiderable observation, and which appear to me all-important to the permanency of your felicity as a people. These will be offered to you with the more freedom as you can only see in them the disinterested warnings of a parting friend, who can pos- sibly have no personal motive to bias his counsel. Nor can I forget, as an encouragement to it, your indulgent reception of my sentiments on a former and not dis- similar occasion. Interwoven as is the love of liberty with every liga- ment of your hearts, no recommendation of mine is necessary to fortify or confirm the attachment. The unity of government which constitutes you one people is also dear to you. It is justly so; for it is a main pillar in the edifice of your real independence ; the support of your tranquility at home, your peace abroad ; of your safety, of your prosperity, of that very Washington's farewell address. 301 liberty which you so highly prize. But as it is easy to foresee that from different causes and from different quarters much pains will be taken, many artifices em- ployed, to weaken in your minds the conviction of this truth-— as this is the point in your political fortress against which the batteries of internal and external ene- mies will be most constantly and actively (though often covertly and insidiously) directed, it is of infinite mo ment that you should properly estimate the immense value of your national union to your collective and indi- vidual happiness; that you should cherish a cordial, habitual, and immovable attachment to it; accustoming yourselves to think and speak of it as of the palladium of your political safety and prosperity; watching for its preservation with jealous anxiety; discountenancing whatever may suggest even a suspicion that it can in any event be abandoned; and indignantly frowning upon the first dawning of every attempt to alienate any por- tion of our country from the rest, or to enfeeble the sacred ties which now link together the various parts. For this you have every inducement of sympathy and interest. Citizens by birth, or choice, of a common country, that country has a right to concentrate your affections. The name of American, which belongs to you in your national capacity, must always exalt the just pride of patriotism more than any appellation de- rived from local discriminations. With slight shades of difference, you have the same religion, manners, habits, and political principles. You have in a common cause fought and triumphed together; the independence and liberty you possess are the work of joint councils and joint efforts — of common dangers, sufferings, and suc- cesses. But these considerations, however powerfully they address themselves to your sensibility, are greatly out- weighed by those which apply more immediately to your interest. Here every portion of our country finds the most commanding motives for carefully guarding and preserving the union of the whole. The North, in an unrestrained intercourse with the South, protected by the equal laws of a common govern- ment, finds in the productions of the latter great addi- 302 EEBELLION REGISTER. tlonixl resources of maritime and eommercial enterprise, and pi-ecious materials of manufacturing industry. The South, in the same intercourse, benefiting by the agency of the North, sees its agriculture grow and its commerce expand. Turning partly into its own channels the seamen of the North, it finds its particular navigation invigorated ; and while it contributes, in different ways, to nourish and increase the general mass of the national navigation, it looks forward to the protection of a mari- time strength to which itself is unusually adapted. The East, in like intercourse with the West, already finds, and in the progressive improvement of interior commu- nications by land and water will more and more find, a valuable vent for the commodities which it brings from abroad or manufactures at home. The West derives from the East supplies requisite to its growth and com- fort; and, what is, perhaps, of still greater consequence, it must of necessity owe the secure enjoyment of indis- pensable outlets for its own productions to the weight, influence, and the future maritime strength of the At- lantic side of the Union, directed by an indissoluble community of interest as one nation. Any other tenure by which the West can hold this essential advantage, whether derived from its own separate strength, or from an apostate and unnatural connection with any foreign power, must be intrinsically precarious. While, then, every part of our country thus feels an immediate and particular interest in union, all the parts combined cannot fail to find in the united mass of means and efforts greater strength, greater resource, propor- tionally greater security from external danger, a less frequent interruption of their peace by foreign nations ; and, what is of inestimable value, they must derive from union an exemption from those broils and wars between themselves which so frequently afflict neighboring coun- tries not tied together by the same government, which their own rivalships alone would be sufficient to produce, but which opposite foreign alliances, attachments, and intrigues would stimulate and imbitter. Hence, like- wise, they will avoid the necessity of those overgrown military establishments which, under any form of gov- ernment, are inauspicious to liberty, and which are to be WASHINGTON B FAREWELL ADDKESS. 303 regarded as particularly hostile to republican liberty, la this sense it is that your union ought to be consid- ered as a main prop of your liberty, and that the love of the one ought to endear to you the preservation of the (Jther. These considerations speak a persuasive language to every reflecting and virtuous mind, and exhibit the con- tinuance of the union as a primary object of patriotic desire. Is there a doubt whether a common government can embrace so large a sphere? Let experience solve it. To listen to mere speculation in such a case were criminal. We are authorized to hope that a proper organization of the whole, with the auxiliary agency of governments for the respective subdivisions, will afford a happy issue to the experiment. It is well worth a fair and full experiment. With such powerful and obvious motives to union, affecting all parts of our countrv, while experience shall not have demonstrated its im- practicability, there will always be reason to distrust the patriotism of those who, in any quarter, may endeavor to weaken its bands. In contemplating the causes which may disturb our union, it occurs as a matter of serious concern that any ground should have been furnished for characterizing parties by geographical discriminations — Northern ani Southern, Atlantic and Western; whence designing men may endeavor to excite a belief that there is a real difference of local interests and views. One of the exjie dients of party to acquire influence within particular (lis. tricts is to misrepresent the opinions and aims of otliPi districts. You cannot shield yourselves too much against, the jealousies and heartburnings which spring from these misrepresentations; they tend to render alien to each other those who ought to be bound together by fratern;;! affection. The inhabitants of our western country hav.- lately had a useful lesson on this head. They have -e'' • in the negotiation, by the executive, and in the uiiiin, mous ratification by the Senate of the treaty with t^p;ii!!. and in the uniTersal satisfaction at that event through- out the United States, a decisive proof how unl'oumicd were the suspicions propagated among them of a policy in the general government and in the Atlantic States un- 304 REBELLION EEGIETER. friendly to their interests in regard to the Mississippi. They have been witnesses to the formation of two treaties — that with Great Britain and that with Spaiji — which secure to them everything they could desire, in respect to our foreign relations, towards confirming their prosperity. Will it not be their wisdom to rely -for the preservation of these advanta'ges on the union by which they were procured? Will thfey not henceforth be deaf to those advisers, if such there are, who would sever them from their brethren and connect them with aliens? To the efficacy and permanency of your union a gov- ernment for the whole is indispensable. No alliances, however strict, between the parti can be an adequate substitute; they must inevitably experience the infrac- tions and interruptions which all alliances in all times have experienced. Sensible of this momentous truth, you have improved upon your first essay by the adop- tion of a constitution of government better calculated than your former for an intimate union, and for the effi- cacious management of your common concerns. This govern-ment — the offspring of your own choice, uninflu- enced and unawed, adop,ted upon full investigation and mature deliberation, completely free in its principles, in the distribution of its powers, uniting security with en- ergy, and containing within itself a provision for its own amendment— has a- just claim to your confidence and your support. Respect for its authority, compliance with its laws, acquiescence in its measures, are duties enjoined by the fundamental maxims of true liberty. The basis of our political systems is the right of the peo- ple to make and to alter their constitutions of govern- ment. But the Constitution which at any time exists, until changed by an explicit and authentic act of the whole people, is sacredly obligatory upon all. The very idea of the power and the right of the people to estab- lish government presupposes the duty of every indi- vidual to obey the 'estajDlished government. All obstructions to the execution of the laws, all com- binations and associations, under whatever plausible character, with the real design to direct, control, coun- teract, or awe the regular delibeiMtion and action of the constituted authorities, are destructive of this funda- WASHINGTON S i'AREWELL ADDRESS. 3C5 mental principle, and of fatal tendency. They serve to organize faction, to give it an artificial and extraordinary force ; to put in the place of the delegated will of the nation the will of a party, often a small but artful and enterprising minority of the community; and according to the alternate triumphs, of different parties, to make the public administration the mirror of the ill-concerted and incongruous projects of faction, rather than the organ of consistent and wholesome plans, digested by common councils, and modified by mutual interests.' However combinations or associations of the above description may now and then answer popular ends, they are likely, in the course of times and things, to become potent engines by which cunning, ambitious, and un- principled men will be enabled to subvert the power of the people, and to usurp for themselves the reins of gov- ernment, destroying afterwards the very engines which have lifted them to unjust dominion. Towards the preservation of your government, and the permanency of your present happy state, it is re- quisite not only t.hat you steadily discountenance irregu- lar oppositions to its acknowledged authority, but also that you resist with care the spirit of innovation upon its principles, however specious the pretext. One method of assault may be to effeet in the forms of the Constitution alterations which will impair the energy of the system, and thus to undermine what cannot be di- rectly overthrown. In all the changes to which you raay be invited, remember that time and habit are at least as necessary to fix the tru& character of government as of other human institutions ; that experience is the surest standard by which to test the real tendency of the existing Constitution of a country ; that facility' in changes upon the credit of mere hypothesis and opinion exposes to perpetual change, from the endless variety of hypothesis and opinion ; and remember, especially, that for the efficient management of your common interests, in a country so extensive as ours, a government of as much vigor as is consistent with the perfect security of liberty is indispensable. Liberty itself will find in such a government, with powers properly distributed and ad- justed, its surest guardian. It is indeed little else than 306 REBELLION REGISTER. a name where the government is too feeble to -withstand the enterprises of faction, to confine each member of the society within the limits prescribed by the laws, and to maintain all in the secure and tranquil enjoyment of the rights of person and property. I have already intimated to you the danger of parties in the State, with particular references to the founding of them on geographical discriminations. Let me now take a more comprehensive view, and warn you in the most solemn manner against the baneful effects of the spirit of party generally. This spirit, unfortunately, is inseparable from our nature, having its root in the strongest passions of the human mind. It exists under different shapes in all governments, more or less stifled, controlled, or re- pressed ; but in those of the popular form it is seen in its greatest rankuess, and is truly their worst enemy. The alternate domination of one faction over another, sharpened by the spirit of revenge natural to party dis- sension, which', in different ages and countries, has per- petrated the most horrid enormities, is itself a frightful despotism. But this leads at length to a more formal and fermanent despotism. The disorders and miseries which result, gradually incline the minds of men to seek security and repose in the absolute power of an indi- vidual ; and, sooner or later, the chief of some prevail- ing faction, more able or more fortunate than his com- petitors, turns this disposition to the purposes of his own elevation on the ruins of public liberty. Without looking forward to an extremity of this kind, (which, nevertheless, ought not to be entirely out of sight.) the common and continual mischiefs of the spirit of party are suilcient to make it the interest and duty of a wise people to discourage and i-estrain it. It serves always to distract the public councils and enfeeble the public administration. It agitates the com- munity with ill-founded jealousies and false alarms; kindles the animosity of one part against another ; fo- ments occasionally riot and insurrection. It opens the door to foreign influence and corruption, which find a facilitated access to the government itself, through the channels of party passions. Thus the policy and the WASHINGTON'S FAREWELL ADDRESS. 307 will of one country are subjected to the policy and -will of another. There is an opinion that parties in free countries are useful cheeks upon the administration of the govern- ment, and serve to keep alive the spirit of liberty. This, within certain limits, is probably true ; and in govern- ments of a monarchical east, patriotism may look with indulgence, if not with favor, upon the spirit of party. But in those of the popular character, in governments purely elective, it is a spirit not to be encouraged. From their natural tendency it is certain there will always be enough of that spirit for every salutary pur- pose. And there being constant danger of excess, the effort ought to be, by force of public opinion, to mitigate and assuage it. A fire not to be quenched, it demands a uniform vigilance, to prevent its bursting into a flame, lest, instead of warming, it should consume. It is important, likewise, that the habits of thinking, in a free country, should inspire caution in those in- trusted with its administration, to confine themselves within their respective constitutional spheres, avoiding, in the exercise of the powers of one department, to en- croach upon another. The spirit of encroachment tends to consolidate the powers of all the departments in one, and thus to create, whatever the form of government, a real despotism. A just estimate of that love of power, and proneness to abuse it, which predominate in the hu- man heart, is sufiieient to satisfy us of the truth of this position. The necessity of reciprocal checks in the ex- ercise of political power, by dividing and distributing it into diflferent depositories, and constituting each the guardian of the public weal against invasions by the others, has been evinced by experiments, ancient and modern ; some of them in our country, and under our own eyes. To preserve them must be as necessary as to institute them. If, in the opinion of the people, the dis- tribution or modification of the constitutional powers be in any particular wrong, let it be corrected by an amend- ment in the way which the constitution designates. But let there be no change by usurpation ; for, though this, in one instance, may be the instrument of good, it is the customary weapon by which free governments are de^ 308 REBELLION EEGISTEU. stroyed. The precedent must always greatly over- balance in permanent evil any partial or transient bene- fit which the use can at any time yield. Of all the dispositions and habits which lead to po- litical prosperity, religion and morality are indispensa- ble supports. In vain would that man claim the tribute of patriotism who should labor to subvert these great pillars of human "happiness, these firmest props of the duties of men and citizens. The mere politician, equally with the pious man, ought to respect and to cherish them. A volume could not trace all their connections with private and public felicity. Let it simply be asked, where is the security for property, for reputation, for life, if the sense of religious obligations desert the oaths which are the instruments of investigation in courts of justice? And let us with caution indulge the supposi- tion that morality can be maintained without religion. Whatever may be conceded to the influence of refined education on minds of peculiar structure, reason and ex- perience both forbid us to expect that national morality can prevail in exclusion of religious principle. It is substantially true that virtue, or morality, is a necessary spring of popular government. The rule in- deed extends with more or less force to every species of free government. Who that is a sincere friend to it can look with indifference upon attempts to shake the foun- dation of the fabric ? Promote, then, as an object of primary importance, institutions for the general diffusion of knowledge. In proportion as the structure of a government gives force to public opinion, it is essential that public opinioo should be enlightened. As a very important source of strength and security, cherish public credit. One method of preserving it is to use it as sparingly as possible, avoiding occasions of ex- pense by cultivating peace ; but remembering, also, that timely disbursements to prepare for danger frequently prevent much greater disburaements to repel it ; avoid- ing, likewise, the accumulation of debt, not only by shunning occasions of expense, but by vigorous exer- tions in time of peace to discharge the debts which unavoidable wars may have occasioned, not ungenerously Washington's farewell addiies9. 309 tbrowinn; upon posterity the burden which we ourselves oujiht to bear. The execution of these maxims belongs to your representatives; but 'it is necessary that public opinion should co-operate. To facilitate to them the performance of their duty, it is essential that you should practically bear in mind that towards the payment of debts there must be revenue ; that to have revenue f^here must be taxes ; that no taxes can bo devised which are not more or less inconvenient and unpleasant; that the intrinsic embarrassment inseparable from the selec- tion of the proper objects (which is always a choice of difficulties) ought to be a decisive motive for a candid construction of the conduct of the government in making it, and for a spirit of acquiescence in the measures for obtaining revenue vrhich the public exigencies may at any time dictate. Observe good faith and justice towards all nations; cultivate peace and harmony with all. Religion and morality enjoin this conduct, and can it be that good policy does not equally enjoin it? It-will be worthy of a free, enlightened, and, at no distant period, a great na- tion, to give to mankind the magnanimous and too novel example of a people always guided by an exalted sense of justice and benevolence. Who can doubt that in the course of time and things the fruits of such a plan would richly repay any temporary advantages which might be lost by a steady adherence' to it? Uan it be that Provi- dence has not connected the permanent felicity of a na- tion with its virtue ? The experiment, at least, is recommended by every sentiment which enobles human nature. Alas I is it rendered impossible by its vices? In the execution of such a plan, nothing is more es- sential than that permanent inveterate antipathies against particular nations, and passionate attachments for others, should be excluded; and that in place of them just and amicable feelings towards all should be cultivated. The nation which indulges towards another an habitual hatred or an habitual fondness is in some degree a slave. It is a slave to its animosity or to its affection, either of which is sufficient to lead it astray from its duty and its interest. Antipathy in one nation against another dis- poses each more readily to offer insult aad- injury, to lay 310 KEBELLION REGISTER. hold of slight causes of umbrage, and to be haughty aiid intractable when accidental or trifling O'Ocasions of dis- pute occur. Hence frequent collisions, obstinate, envenomed, and bloody contests. The nation, prompted by ill will and resentment, sometimes impels to war the government, contrary to the best calculations of policy. The govern- ment sometimes participates in the national propensity, and adopts, through passion, what reason would reject; at other times it makes the animosity, of the nation sub- servient to projects of hostility instigated by pride, am- bitidn, and other sinister and pernicious motives. The peace often, sometimes perhaps the liberty, of nations has been the victim. So, likewise, a passionate attachment of one nation for another profluces a variety of evils. Sympathy for the favorite nation, facilitating the illusion of an imaginary common interest in cases where no real common interest exists, and infusing into one the enmities of the other, betrays the former into a participation in the quarrels and wars of the latter, without adequate inducement or justification. It leads, also, to concessions to the fa- vorite nation of privileges denied to others, which are apt doubly to injure the nation making the concessions, by unnecessarily parting with what ought to have been retained, and by exciting jealousy, ill will, and a dispo- sition to retaliate, in the parties from whom equal priv- ileges are withheld; and it gives to ambitious, cor- rupted, or deluded citizens (who devote themselves to the favorite nation) facility to betray or sacrifice the in- terests of their own country without odium, sometimes even with popularity ; gilding with the appearance of a virtuous sense of obligation, a commendable deference for public opinion, or a laudable zeal for public good, the base or foolish compliances of ambition, corruption, or infatuation. As avenues to foreign influence, in innumerable ways, such attachments are particularly alarming to the truly enlightened and independent patriot. How many op- portunities do they afford to tamper with domestic fac- tions, to practice the arts of seduction, to mislead public opinion, to Influence or awe th« public counoils ! Such Washington's farewell address. 311 an attachment of a small or weak towards a great and powerful nation dooms the former to be the satellite of the other. Against the insidious wiles of foreign influ- ence (I conjure you to believe me, fellow-citizens) the jealousy of a free people ought to be constantly awake, since history and experience prove that foreign influence is one of the most baneful foes of republican govern- ments. But that jealousy, to be useful, must be impar- tial ; else it becomes the instrument of the very influence to be avoided, instead of a defence against it. Exces- sive partiality for one foreign nation, and excessive dis- like of another, cause those whom they actuate to see danger only on one side, and serve to veil and even second the arts of influence on the other. Real patriots, who may resist the intrigues of the favorite, are liable to become suspected and odious ; while its tools and dupes usurp the applause and confidence of the people, to sur- render their interests. The great rule of conduct for us, in regard to foreign nations, is, in extending our commercial relations, to have with them as little political connection as possible. So far asiwe have already formed engagements, let them be fulfilled with perfect good faith. Here let us stop. Europe has a set of primary interests which to us have none, or a very remote, relation. Hence she must be engaged in frequent controversies, the causes of which are essentially foreign to onr concerns. Hence, therefore, it must be unwise in us to implicate ourselves, by artificial ties, in the ordinary vicissitudes of her poli- tics, or the ordinary combinations and collisions of her friendships or enmities. Our detached and distant situation invites and enables us to pursue a different course. If we remain one peo- ple, under an eflScient government, the period is not far off when we may defy material injury from external an- noyance ; when we may take such an attitude as will cause the neutrality we may at any time resolve upon to be scrupulously respected ; when belligerent nations, under the impossibility of making acquisitions upon us, will not lightly hazard the giving us provocation ; when we may choose peace or war, as our interest, guided by justice, shall counsel. 312 REBELLION REGISTEE. Why forego the advantages of so peculiar a situation ? Why quit our own to stand upon foreign ground ? Why, by interweaving our destiny with that of any part of Europe, entangle our peace and prosperity in the toils of European ambition, rivalship, interest, humor, or caprice ? It is our true policy to steer clear of permanent al- liances with any portion of the foreign world ; so far, I mean, as we are now at liberty to do it ; for let me not be understood as capable of patronizing infidelity to ex- isting engagements. I hold the maxim no less applica- ble to public than to private affairs, that honesty is always the best policy. I repeat it, therefore, let those engagements be observed in their genuine sense. But, in my opinion, it is unnecessary, and would be unwise, to extend them. Taking care always to keep ourselves, by suitable es- tablishments, on a respectable defensive posture, we may safely trust to temporary alliances for extraordinary emergencies. Harmony, and a liberal intercourse with all nations, are recommended by policy, humanity, and interest. But even our commercial policy should hold an equal, an impartial hand ; neither seeking nor granting exclu- sive favors or preferences ; consulting the natural course of things ; diffusing and diversifying, 'by gentle means, the streams of commerce, but forcing nothing; estab- lishing, with powers so disposed — in order to give trade a stable course, to define the rights of our merchants, and to enable the government to support them — conven- tional rules of intercourse, the best that present circum- stances and mutual opinion will permit, but temporary, and liable to be from time to time abandoned or varied, as experience and circumstances shall dictate ; con- stantly keeping in view that it is folly in one nation to look for disinterested favors from another ; that it must pay with a portion of its independence for whatever it may accept under that character ; that by such accept- ance it may place itself in the condition of having given equivalents for nominal favors, and yet of being re- proached with ingratitude for not giving more. There can be no greater error than to expect or calculate upon Washington's farewell address. 313 real favors from nation to nation. It is an illuision which experience must cure, which a just pride ought to discard. In offering to you, my countrymen, these counsels of an old and affectionate friend, I dare not hope they will make the strong and lasting impression I could wish ; that they will control the usual current of the passions, or prevent our nation from running the course which has hitherto marked the destiny of nations; but if I may even flatter myself that they may be productive of some partial benefit, some occasional good; that they may now and then refcur to moderate the fury of party spirit, to warn against the mischiefs of foreign intrigue, to guard against the impostures of pretended patriotism ; this hope will be a full recompense for the solicitude for your welfare by which they have been dictated. How far, in the discharge of my official duties, I have been guided by the principles which have been de- lineated, the public records and other evidences of my conduct must witness to you and to the world. To my- self, the assurance of my own conscience is, that I have at least believed myself to be guided by them. In relation to the still subsisting war in Europe, my proclamation of the 22d of April, 1793, is the index to my plan. Sanctioned by your approving voice, and by that of your representatives in both houses of Congress, the spirit of that measure has continually governed me, uninfluenced by any attempt^ to deter or divert me from it. After deliberate examination, with the aid of the best lights I could obtain, I was well satisfied that our country, under all the circumstances of the case, had a right to take, and was bound in duty and interest to take, a neutral position. Having taken it, I determined, as far as should depend upon me, to maintain it with moderation, perseverance, and firmness. The considerations which respect the right to hold this conduct is not necessary, on this occafion, to detail. I will only observe that, according to my understanding of the matter, that right, so far from benig denied by any of the belligerent powers, has been virttially ad- mitted by all. n 314 REBELLION REGISTER. The duty of holding a neutral conduct may be in- ferred, without any thing more, from the obligation which' justice and humanity impose on every nation, in cases in which it is free to act, to maintain inviolate the relations of peace and amity towards other nations. The inducements of interest for observing that con- duct will best be referred to your own reflections and experience. With me, a predominant motive has been to endeavor to gain time to our country to settle and ma- ture its yet recent institutions, and to progress, without interruption, to that degree of strength and consistency which is necessary to give it, humanly speaking, the command of its own fortunes. Though in reviewing the incidents of my administra- tion I am unconscious of intentional error, I am never- theless too sensible of my defects not to think it proba- ble that I may have committed many errors. Whatever they may be, I fervently beseech the Almighty to avert or mitigate the evils to which they may tend. I shall also carry with me the hope that my country will never cease to view them with indulgence ; and that after forty-five years of my life, dedicated to its service with an upright zeal, the faults of incompetent abilities will be consigned to oblivion, as myself must soon be to the ifiansions of rest. Relying on its kindness in this as in other things, and actuated by that fervent love towards it which is so natural to a man who views in it the native soil of him- self and his progenitors for several generatioiis, I an- ticipate with pleasing expectation that retreat in which I promise my^felf to realize, without alloy, the sweet en- joyment of pkrTtaking, in the midst of my ffellow-oitizenS, the benign influence of good laws under a free govern - ment-^thfe lever ftiVoritie 'object of my heart, and the hkppy refrafd, as I trust, of our mutual cares, labors, and dangers. Q-. WASHINGTON. TJnitifed States, September 17, 1796. SECOND INAUGURAL ADDMSS. BY ABRAHAM LINCOLN, MARCH 4, 1865. Fellow-Countrymen: At this second appearing to take the oath of the Presidential office, there is less oc- casion for an extended address than there was at the Brst. Then a statement, somewhat in detail, of a course to be pursued, seemed very fitting and proper. Now, at the expiration of four years, during which public declar- ations have been constantly called forth on every point and phase of the great contest which still absorbs the attention and engrosses the energies of the nation, little that is new could be presented. The progress of our arms, upon which all else chiefly depends, is as well known to the public as to myself, and it is, I trust, reasonably satisfactory and encouraging to all. With high hope for the future, no prediction with regard to it is ventured. On the occasion corresponding to this, four years ago, all thoughts were anxiously directed to an impending civil war. All dreaded it; all sought to avoid it. While the inaugural address was being delivered from this place, devoted altogether to saving the Union without war, insurgent agents were in the city seeking to destroy it without war— seeking to dissolve the Union and divide the etlects by negotiation. Both parties deprecated war, but one of them would make war rather than let the nation survive ; and the other would accept war rather than let it perish, and the war came. One-eighth of the whole population were colored slaves, not distributed generally over the Union, but localized in the southern part of it. These slaves con- stituted a peculiar and powerful interest. All knew that this interest was somehow the cause of the war. To strengthen, perpetuate and extend this interest, was the object for which the insurgents would rend the Unioq, even by war, while the G-overnment claimed no right to (315) 316 EEBELLION EEGISTKR. » to do more than to restrict the territorial enlargement of it. Neither party expsoted for the war the magnitude or the duration which it has %lready attained. Neither anticipated that the cause, of the conflot might cease with, or even before the conflct itself should cease. Each looked for an easier triumph, and a reSiult less funda- njental and astounding. Both read the same Bible, arid pray to the same God ; and each invokes His aid against the other., It mav seem strange that any men should dare to ask a jus't God's assistaaee in wringing their bread from the sweat of other men's faces; but let us judge not, that we be not judged. The prayers of both could not be answered. That of neitherhas been answered fully. , The Almighty has His own purposes. " Woe unto the world because of offences, for it must needs be that offences come ;. but woe to that man by whom the offence cometh." If we shall su'ppose that American slavery is one of these offences, which, in the providence of God, must needs come, but which, having continued through His ap- pointed time. He now wills to remove, and that He gives to both North and South this terrible war as the woe due tb those by whom the offence came, shall we discern therein Sny departure from those divine attributes which the believers in a living God always asSribe to Him? Fondly do we hope, fervently do we pray, that this' mighty scourge of war may soon pass away. Yet, if God wills that it continue until all the wealth piled by the bondman's two hundred and fifty years of unrequited toil shall be sunk, and until every drop of blood drawn with the lash, shall be paid with another drawn by the sword; as was said three thousand years ago, so still it must be said, " The judgments of the Lord are true and righteous altogether." With malice toward nonS, with charity to all, with firmness in the right, as God gives us to see the right, let us strive on to finish the work we are in ; to bind up the nation's wounds; to oare for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow and his orphans ; to do all which 5in,ajya,chip:e,(-n.d cherish a just and a lasting peace among oursatves and with all natious,- THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. From the moment that the Declaration of Independ- ence was published, July 4, 1776, the thirteen Colonies ceased to form a part of the British Empire, and became thirteen separata, independent, sovereign nations, each possessed of the power of self-government. Immediately after the Declaration, a committee pre- pared Articles of Confederation, which were adopted by the several Colonies. A new nation, the United States of America, was thus formed and went, into operation March 23, 1781. • The powers conferred by these articles were found to be too limited for the purposes of a National Govern- ment. It was merely a league between sovereign nations. The bond of Union was too feeble for per- manency. The people felt this, and remedied it by adopting a Constitution, which binds the people of each and all of the states together under one National Gov- ernment. The Constitution was adopted September 17, 1787, and upon it and the amendments thereto is based our present Government, all the powers of which are granted through this instrument, as set forth in the preamble, by " We, the people of the United States, in order to form a more perfect union, &c." These powers are exercised by the three co-ordinate branches of the Government, viz: the legislative, judi- cial, and executive. The legislative, or law-making power, is vested in a Congress, consisting of two branches, the Senate and House of Kepresentatives. For full information in re- lation to Congress, see the Constitution, Art. 1. As there are thirty-six states in the Union, the whole num- (317) 318 REBELLION UEGISTEE. ber of Senators is seventy-two ; the whole number of Representatives is two hundred and forty-two, esolusive of the Territorial Delegates — one fro"m each territory— who has the privileges of a Representative, except th^it of voting. As some of the states lately in rebellion !ire not represented in Congress the actual attendancS is con- siderably less than the abSve figures. ; , .^ The judicial, or law-interpreting power, is vested in " one Supreme Coiirt and other inferior Courts," for the particulars of which see the Constitution, Art. III. The executive, or law enforcing power, is vested in the President. For his qualifications, election, powers, duties, &c., see the Constitution, Art. II. For the veto power, see Art. I, Sec, VII, Par. 3. The President is assisted in the performance of his duties by several officers who compose his cabinet, and who are his con- stitutional advisers. They are the Secretaries of State, of the Treasury, of War of the Navy, and of the In- terior, the Postmaster G-eneral, and the Attorney Gen- eral. They are all executive Officers. They are nom- inated by the President, and approved by the Senate, and are removable by the will of the President. SALARIES. The principal officers of the Government ere paid for their services as follows : President $25,000 per annum. Vice-President 8,000 per annum. Cabinet Officers 8,000' per annum. Chief Justice 6,500 per annum. Associate Justices . 6,000 per annum. Speaker of the House 3,000 per annum. Senators 3,000 per annum. Representatives 3,000 per annum. Congressmen are also allowed mileage at the rate of eight dollars for every twenty miles of estimated dis tance by the most usual road from his place of residence to the seat of Congress, at the commencement and at the end of every regular session. ^'"-.r^,. THE UNITED STATES. 319 Habeas Corpus, — When a person is arrested or imprisoned, he is not compelled to wait for a hearing till the regular term of the court, but he may have a writ of '• habeas corpus," and be im[m,ediately brought before a judge. And if it appears that he is illegally detained, he is entitled to an immediate discharge. The term habeas corpus, means you may have the body, and authorizes the officer to whom it is directed, to bring forth the body of the prisoner from confinement, to have an immediate hearing. This writ has justly been con- sidered the " bulwark of personal liberty," and the Con- stitution declares that this privilege " shall not be sus- pended, unless when in cases of rebellion or invasion the public safety may require it." For the privileges and duties of citizens, see Constitution, Art. IV, Sec. II, and Amendments 1 to 11, inclusive. For State Rights, see Constitution, Art. I, Sec. X, Art. IV, and Amend- ment X. THE states: THEIR SETTLEMENT, FORMATION AS TERRITORIES, AD- MISSION INTO THE UNION, AREA, POPULATION IN 1860, SUFFRAGE LAWS, GENERAL ELECTION, &0., &C. Alabama — Was settled near Mobile, by the French, in 1702 ; was formed into a territory, from the eastern portion of Mississippi, March 3, 181-7; framed a Con- stitution August 2, 1819, and was admitted into the Union December I4 of the same year. Area, 50,722 square miles. Population, 964,201, of whom 435,080 were slaves. Free white male persons, twenty-one years of age, citizens of the United States, who have resided one year in the State and three months in the county, are entitled to vote. State election, first Monday in August. The Legislature meets biennially, on the sec- ond Monday in November. Arkansas — Was settled at Arkansas Post in 1685, by the French, and was part of the Louisiana purchase ceded by France to the United States, April 30, 1803. It was formed into a territory by act of Congress, March 2, 1819, from the southern part of the territory of Mis- souri ; its western boundary was settled May 26, 1824, and its southern May 19, 1828, and the State admitted into the Union June 15, 1836. Area 52,198 square miles. Population 435,450, of whom 111,115 were slaves. It is an agricultural State, its staples being corn and cotton. The State Constitution makes every free white male citizen of the United States, twenty-one years of age, who shall have resided six months in the State, a qualified voter in the district where he resides, except that no soldier, seaman, or marine in the United States' service can vote in the State. State election, first Mon- day in August. The Legislature meets biennially on the first Monday in November. C320) THE STATES. 321 California — Was settled at Diego in 1768, by Span- iards, and was part of the territory ceded to tlie United States by Mexico, by the treaty concluded at Guadaloupe Hidalgo, B^ebruary 22, 1848. After several ineffectual attempts to organize it as a territory or admit it as a State, a law was passed by Congress for the latter pur- posO; which was approved September 9, 1850. Area 188,981 square miles. Population 305,439. It is the most productive gold mining region on the continent, and also abounds in many other minerals. Every white male citizen of the United States (or of Mexico who shall have elected to become a citizen of the United States under treaty of Queretaro) of full age, resident six months in the State and thirty days in the district is a qualifi^cd elector. The Legislature, which meets biennially on the first Monday in December, has power to extend the right to Indians and their descendants. State election, first Monday in September. Conixecticut — Was settled at Windsor, in 1633, by English Puritans from Massachusetts, and continued under the jurisdiction of that province until April 23, 1662, when a separate charter was granted, which con- tinued in foree until a Constitution was formed, Septem- ber 15, 1818. It was one of the original thirteen States, and ratified the United States Constitution, January 9, 1788. Area 4,750 square miles. Population 460,147. It is one of the most densely populated and principal manufacturing States in the Union. Connecticut gives the ballot to all persons, whether white or black, who were freemen at the adoption of her Constitution (1818) and subsequently to "every white male citizen of the United States," of full age, resident six months in the town, and owning a freehold of the yearly value of $7, or who shall have p&rformed militia duty, paid a State tax, and sustained a good moral character within the year. This was amended in 1845 by striking out the property and tax-paying qualification, and fixing the residence at one year in the State, and six months in the town. Only those negroes have voted in Connecticut who were admitted freedmen prior to 1818. State elec- tion first Monday in April. The Legislature meets an- nually, on the first Wcdnossday in May. 14* 322 REBELLION REGISTER. Delaware — Was settled at Wilmington, in 1638, by Swedes and Finns ; was granted to William Penn in 1682, and continued under the government of Pennsyl- vania until the adoption of a Constitution, September 20, 1776 ; a new one was formed June 12, 1792. It was one of the original thirteen States, and ratified the United States Constitution, December 7, 1787. Area 2,120 square miles. Population 112,216, of whom 1,798 were slaves. It is a grain and fruit growing; State, with some extensive manufactories. This State gives the elective franchise to every free white male citizen of the age of twenty-two years, who has resided one year in the State, and the last month thereof in the county, and who has, within two years, paid a county tax, assessed at least six months before the election ; every free white male citizen over twenty-one and under twenty-two may vote without paying any tax. Idiots, insane persons, paupers and felons, are excluded from voting, and the Legislature may impose forfeiture of the right of suff- rage as a punishment for crime. State election, first 'Tuesday in November. The Legislature meets bienni- ally, on the first Tuesday in January. Florida — Was settled at St. Augustine, in 1565, by Spaniards ; was formed from part of the territory ceded by Spain to the United States, by treaty of February 22, 1819. An act to authorize the President to establish a temporary government was passed March 3, 1819; ar- ticles of surrender of East Florida were framed July 10, and of West Florida, July 17, 1821, and it was then taken possession of by General Jackson as Governor. An act for the establishment of a territorial government was passed March 30, 1822, and by act of March 3, 1823, Bast and West Florida were constituted one terri- tory. Acts to establish its boundary line between Georgia and Alabama were passed May 4, 1826, and March 2, 1831'. After several ineffectual attempts to organize it into two territories, or into a State and ter- ritory, an act for its admission into the Union was passed March 3, 1845. Area 59,268 square miles. Population 140,425, of whom 61,745 were slaves. It is an agricul- tural State, tropical in its climate and products. Florida limits the suffrage to "every free white male person," of THE STATES. « 323 twenty-one years of age, a citizen of the United States, two years a resident of the State, and six months of the county, duly enrolled in the militia, and duly registered ; provided that no soldier or seaman quartered therein shall be deemed a resident, and the Legislature may ex- clude from voting for crime. State election, first Mon- day in October. The Legislature meets biennially on the first Monday in November. Gjorgia — Was settled at Savannah, in 1733, by the P]nglish under General Oglethorpe. It was chartered June 9, 1732; formed a Constitution February 5, 1777; a second in 1785, and a third May 30, 1798. It was one of the thirteen original States, and ratified the United States Constitution January 2, 1788. Area 58,000 square miles. Population 1,057,286, of whom 462,198 are slaves. It is a large cotton and rice growing State. The new Constitution declares that " the electors of the General Assembly shall be free white male citizens of the State, and shall have attained the age of twenty- one years, and shall have paid all taxes which may have been required of them, and which they hare had an oppor- tunity of paying agreeable to law, for the year preceed- ing the election, shall be citizens of the United States ; and shall have resided six months either in the district Or county, and two years within the State. State elec- tion, first Wednesday in October. The Legislature meets annually, on the first Thursday in November. Illinois — Was settled at Kaskaskia, in 1633, by the French, and formed part of the Northwestern territory ceded by Virginia to the United States. An act for dividing the Indiana territory and organizing the terri- tory of Illinois, was passed by Congress, February 3, 1809 ; and an act to enable it to form a State Constitu- tion, Government, etc., was passed April 18, 1818, a Constitution was framed August 26, and it was admit- ted into the Union December 23, of the same year. Area 55,409 square miles. Population 1,711,951. It is the chief "Prairie" State, mainly devoted to grain- growing and cattle-raising. Illinois gives the vote to "every white male citizen," of full age, residing one year in the State, and " every white male inhabitant " who was a resident of the State at the adoption of this 324 ilEBELLlON EEQISTKE. Constitution. State election, fast f uesday ■ in Novem- ber. The L^glslatufe meets feie'nnially, on tie seoonid Monday in January. Indianfv— Was settled at Vincennes in 1690, by the French, and formed part of Iflie Northwestern territory ceded by Virginia to the United States. It was organ- ized into a territory May 7, 1800, from which .itjie .terri- tory of Michigan waS set off in 1805, and tirinoTs in 1809. An act was passed to empower it to form a State Constitution, Grovernment, etc., April 19, 1816, and it WMS admitted into the Union, ©eeenuber 11, of the same year. Area 33,809 square miles. iPofffllatiflB 1,350,428. [t is an agricultural Statfe ohiefly devoted to grain grow- iiiji- and cattle raising. Indiana 'giYes the right of suff- va're to "every white male-eitizen of the United States," of f'all age aod six months' residenee in the State, and every white male of foreign bisFth and fall age, who has resided one" year in the United States, and six months preceding the election in the State, and who has declared his intention to become a citizen. State election, second Tuesday in October. The Legislature meets bi&nnially, on the first Wednesday in January. low*! — Was first settled at Burlington by emigrants from the Northern and Eastern- States, It was part of the rigion purchased from France ; was set off from the territory of Wisconsin and organized a's a separate ter- ritory June 12, 1838; an act for its admissioni as a State was passed and approved March 3, 1845, to which the assent of its inhabitants was to be given, to be announced by proclamation of the President, and on December 28, 1846, another aet;for its admission was 'passed. Area 55,000 square jniles. Population .614,1913; ; It is an agricultural State, resemibling Illinois, and contains im- portant lead mimes. White mala eitizenis of the United States, having resMied in the State six months, and county' twenty days, are entitled to vote. State elec- tion, second -Tiitesdajy in October. The Legislatiure , meets biennially, on the second Monday in January. Kansas — Was formed out of the original Lflajjiaiana purchase, and organized into a territory by act of Con- gress, . Maj:.,—, 1854, and^ter several ineffectual at- tempts was finall'y%llM?lSfea into the Union in January, THE STATES. 325 1861. Area 114,798 square miles. Population 107,206. ' It is an agricultural State, with a soil of rich and deep hlaek loam, except the central portion, which is partly a desert. The western portion is a fine grazing country, well wooded. It also abounds in minerals. Kansas gives the ballot to every white male adult resident six months in the State and thirty days in the town, who is either a citizen or has declared his intention. State election first Tuesday in November. The Legislature meets annually on the second Thursday in January. K'^litucky — Was settled in 1775 by Virginians ; formed into a territory by act of the Virginia Legisla- ture, December 18, 1789, and admitted into the Union June 1, 1792, by virtue of an act of Congress, passed February 4, 1791. Area 37,680 square miles. Popu- lation 1,155,684, of whom 225,483 were slaves. It is an agricultural State, raising more flax and hemp than any other. In Kentucky " every white male citizen of the age of twenty-one years," who has resided two years in the State, one year in the county, and sixty days in the precinct, is a voter. State, election first Monday in August. The 'Legislature meets biennially, on the first Monday in December. Louisiana — Was settled at Iberville, in 1699, by the French, and oomprised part of the territory ceded by France to the United States, by treaty of April 30, 1803, which purchase was ere-cted into two territories by act of Congress, March 26, 1804, one called the territory of Orleans, the other the district of Louisiana, after- ward changed to that of Missouri. Congress, March 2, k;OG, authorized the inhabitants of Orleans territory to Ibrm a State Constitution _ and Government when their population should amount'to 60,000 ; a Constitution was adopted January 22, 1812, and the State admitted into the Union April 8, of the same year, under the name of Louisiana. Area 41,346 square miles. Population 708,002, of whom 331,726 were slaves. It is the chief sugar producing State of the Union. Louisiana gives the ballot to every free white male who has attained the age of twenty-one years, and has resided twelve months in the State, and six months in the parish- State eleo- 326 KEBELLION REGISTER. • tion first Monday in Novemlier. The Legislature meets biennially, on. the third Monday in January. Maine — Was settled at York, in 1623, by the Eng- lish, and -was formerly under the Jurisdiction of Massa- chusetts. October 29, 1819, ftie inhabitants of the Dis- trict of Maine framed a Constitution, applied for admis- sion December 8, 1819. Congresl"pSSgedi an aejb March 3, 1820, and it was admitted as a State Marcel 5, of the' same year. Area 35,000 square miles. Population 628,279. It is largely engaged in the lumber trade and snip-building. Citizens of the United States, except paupers, and persons under guardianship, who 'hafe re- sided in the State for three months next preceding the election, are entitled' to vote. State election, second Monday in Septeiabif . The Legislature meets annually on the first Wednea&y-in January. MaTylind—WlB settled at St. Mary, in 1634, by Iiish Roman Gathoiids, having been chartered June 20, 1632. It was one of the original thirteen States; formed a Constitution August 14, 1776, and ratified the Constitution of the United States April 28, 1788. Area 11,124 square miles. Population 687,049, of whom 87,189 were slaves. It is mainly an agricultural State, producing grain and tobacco. Maryland allows " every free white male person of twenty-one years of age, or upward," who has resided one year in the State, six months in the county, and is a citizen of the United States, to vote in the -election dis-trict in which he-re- sides, but no adult convicted of an infamous crime unless pardoned, and no lunatic or -person non compos mentu shall vote. State election, first Tuesday in No- vember. The Legislature meets annually on the first Wednesday in January. ■ "^ ■MaSS'»clniS6tts — Was settled at -Plymouth, Novem- ber 3, 1620, by English Puritans, and charters- were granted Mafch 4, 1629, January 13, 1630, Augtist-20, 1726, and October 7, 1731. It was one of the original thirteen States ; adopted a Constitution March 2, 1780, which was amended November 3, 1820, and ratified the Constitution of the United States February 6, 1788. Areaj 7?8©0"S|5j0'00. square miles. Population 1,109,801, of whom 275,1 t'O were slaves. Itisamining and agricultural State, aild is iargfe% productive of live stock. Tennessee gives the electite' franchise to every free white man of the age of twenty-one years, being a citizen of the United States, and for six months a resi- dent of the county. State election, first Thursday in August. The Legislature meets biennially, on the first Monday in October. Texas — Was first settled at Bexair, in 1094,. by Spaniards ; formed a jpaft of jMlxioo until 1836, when she revolted from that Bp!#tec"and instituted a- separ- ate "g'overnmefit, nnder^^idh she existed' until admitted into the Union by a joint resolution, approved Marefa 1, rtiB STATES. 33& 1845, imposing ctei-tain. conditions which were aoceipted, and a Constitution formed July 4, of the same year, and another joint resolution adopted by Congress, consum- mating the annexation, was approved December 29, 1845. Area 274,356 square miles. Population 604,215, of whom 182,566 were slaves. It is an agricultural region, principally devoted to grain, ■cotton and tropical fruits. Texas giv&g" the vote to " every free male person " who shall have attained the age of twenty-one years, a citi- zen of the United States or of the Kepublic of Texas, one year a resident of the State, and six months of the county, (Indians not taxed, Africans and~ the descend- ants of Africans excepted). State election, first Mon- day in August. The Legislature meets biennially, on the first Monday in November. Verinont — Was settled in in 1724, by Englishmen from Connecticut, chiefly under grants from New Hamp- shire; was formed from a part of the territory of Jfew York by act of its Legislature, March 6, 1760 ; -framed a State Constitution December 25, 1777, and was admit- ted into the Union March 4, 1791, by virtue of an act of Congress passed February 18 of the same year. Area 10,212 square miles. Population 315,098. It is a grazing region, producing more Wool, live stock, maple sugar, butter, cheese and hay, in proportion to its popu- lation, than any other State. Any citizen of the United States, who has re.sided in thfe State one year, and will take the oath to vote " so as in your conscience you shall judge will most conduce to the best good " of the State, may vote. State election, first Tuesday in Sep- tember. The Legislature meets annually, on this second Thursday in OctolDer. Virginia — Was settled at Jamestown, in 1607, by the English, and was chartered April 10, 1606^ May 23, 1609, and March 12, 1612. It was one of the orig- inal thirteen States, ratifying the United States Consti- tution June 25, 1788 ; it framed a State Constitution July 5,1776, which was amended January 16, 1830. Area 61,352 square miles. Popiilation i;596,818, of whom 490,865 were slaves. It is a large corn produc- ing, and tlie chief tobacco gromng State-.*' Virginia ad-" miteto vote "every white male citizen of Virginia of 336 REBELLION REGISTER. twenty-one years, who has resided two years in the State and twelve months in the county, except persons of un- sound mind, paupers, non-commissioned officers, soldiers, seamen or marines in the United States scr.ioe, or per- sons convicted of bribery, or some infamous ofl'ence ; persons in the military and naval United States service not to be deemed residents by virtue of being stationed therein." State election, fourth Thursday in May. The Legislature meets biennially, on the second Monday in January. West Virginia — Was formed as set forth in the body of this work. State election, fourth Thursday in October. The Legislature meets annually, on the third Thursday in January. Wisconsin — Was settled at Green Bay, in 1669, by the French ; was a part of the territory ceded by Virginia, and was set off from Michigan December 23, 1834, and organized into a territory April 30, 1836. Iowa was set off from it June 12, 1838, and acts were passed at various times settling its boundaries; March 3, 1847, an act for its admission into the Union was passed, t-o take effect on the issuing of a proclamation by the President, and by act of May 29, 1848, it was ad- mitted into the Union. Area 53,924 square miles. Population 775,881. It is an agricultural State, chiefly engaged in grain-raising and wool-growing. Wiscons n gives the ballot to every male person of full age, resi- dent one year in the State, and being either: 1. A white citiz-en of the United States. 2. A white alien who has declared his intention. 3. A person of Indian blood who has been declared a citizen by act of Con- gress. 4. Civilized persons of Indian descent not mem- bers of any tribe. In November 1865 a vote was taken on a proposed amendment to the State Constitution, to strike out the word "white" in the qualification of voters. The amendment was rejected by a majority of 8,059. State election, first Tuesday after the first Mon- day in November. The Legislature meets annually on the second Wednesday in January THE TERRITORIES. Arizona — Was organized as a territory February 24, 1863. It contains all of New Mexico west of a line from the point where the southwest corner of Colorado joins New Mexico, being the 109 Meridian (32d west from Washington) due south to the southern line of New Mexico (or northern line of Mexico.) The terri- tory forms a block nearly square, and contains 126,141 square miles, or 80,730,240 acres. Its white population is about 10,000. The wealth of Arizona is but just be- coming known. Its ancient ruins were among the best in the world, yet they have had to give way, in interest and value, to the newly opened placers and veins. The territory is literally veined with the precious metals, but the terrible aridity of the soil and the presence of those irrepressible tigers of the plains — the Comanches and the Apaches — renders the territory less tempting to wealth-hunters than the more northerly regions where gold and silTer are as plenty, water and wood more ac- cessible, and the Indians are less troublesome. Colorado — Was organized March 2, 1861, from parts of Kansas, Nebraska, and Utah, and is situated on each side of the Rocky Mountains, between latitude 37° and 41°, and longitude 25° and 32° west from Wash- ington. Area 106,475 square miles. Population 80,000, besides numerous tribes of Indians. It is a superior grazing and cattle-producing region, with a healthy cli- mate and rich soil ; an extensive coal bed, and also gold, iron and other minerals abound. Its population is rap- idly increasing. Several fine towns serve as centres of supply and trade, and offer fine facilities for schools, churches, etc. The. direct route from Fort Kearney to Salt Lake passes through the northern part of the terri- tory, and a fine road from Denver City to the overland route makes the region around Pike's Peak easily acces- sible. The Colorado mines differ somewhat from those of California, where placer and gulch mining permits single operatives to do a good business. The Colorado metals run in beds, mixed with quartz and pyrites, ne- 15 (137) 338 REBELLION REGISTER. cessitating all tha appliances of underground mining', crushing mills, etc., to render the ores available. Dakota — Was first settled by employees of the Hudson Bay Company, but is now being peopled by emigrants from the Northern and Western States. li was set oflF from the western portion of Minnesota when that territory became a State in 1857, and was organ- ized March 2, 1861. Area 148,932 square miles, or 95,336,480 acres. Population in 1864 was 2,576 whites, and 2,261 Indians, beside the roving tribes. Being easily accessible by the Missouri river, which runs through it from the southeast to its northwestern corner, and bounded on its entire northeastern line by the Ked river of the north, this territory offers unusual facilities for agricultural and grazing operations. Idaho — Was organized by the Thirty-Seventh Con- gress, at its second session, in the winter of 1863. Its name means Bead of the Mountains, and it embraces the whole breadth of the Kocky Mountain region, and has within its bounds the head waters of nearly all the great rivers that flow down its either slope, but the greater portion lies east of the mountains. Its southern boun- dary is the 4lst, its northern the 46th parallel of lati- tude. It extends from the 104th meridian on the east to the 110th on the west. Area 326,373 square miles. Gold has been discovered on nearly all tho tributaries and head-waters of tho Missouri and Yellow Stone rivers. Copper and iron exist in abundance, and salt is plentiful in many localities. Coal also is found on the Upper Missouri and Yellow Stone, upon the Pacifio slope of the Rocky Mountains. Montana — Was settled by emigrants from tha northern and western States. Organized in 1864, with the' following boundary : Commencing at a point formed by the intersection of the 27° L. W. from Washington with the 45* N. L. ; thence due west on said 45th de- gree to apoipt formed by its intersection with the 34th degree W. from Washington ; thence due south along said 34th degree of longitude to its intersection with the 44th degree and 30 minutes of N. L. ; thence due west along said 44th degree and 30 minutes of N. L. to a point formed by its intersection with the crest of the Rooky TUE TEREITORIES. 339 Mountains; thence following the crest of tlie Rooky Bloun- tains northward till its intersection with the Bitter Boot Mountains; thence northward, along the crest of said Bitter Hoot Mountains, to its intersection with the 35th degree of longitude W. from Washington; thence along said 39th degree of longitude northward to the boundary line of the British possessions ; thence eastward, alo;ig said boundary, to the 27th degree of longitude W. from Washington; thence southward, along said 27th degree to the place of beginning. The population is put at 35,822. It is a good mining and agricultural region. Nebraska — Was settled by emigrants from the North, and was formed out of a part of the territory ceded by France, April 30, 1803. Attempts to organize it were made in 1844 and 1848, but it was not accom- plished until May 30, 1854, Area 75,955 square miles, or 44,796.160 acres. Population 38,841, besides a few roving tribes of Indians. It is an agricultural region, its prairies affording boundless pasture lands. New MsxiCO — Was formed from a part of the ter- ritory ceded to the United States by Mexico, by the treaty of Guadalupe, Hidalgo, February 2, 1848, and was organized into a territory September 9, 1850. Area 121,201 square miles, or 77,568,640 acres. Population 83,000, besides large tribes of warlike Indians. The principle resources of the country is its minerals, though enormous "ranches" scattered over the whole territory produced immense droves of horses and cattle, who thrive on the rich " gramma" grass. The mines of New Mexico are noted for their variety and richness. Utah — Waii settled by the Mormons, and was formed from a part of the territory ceded to the United States by Mexico, by the treaty of Gaudalupe Hidalgo, Feb- ruary 2, 1848, and was organized into a territory Sep- tember 9, 1850. Area 106,392 square miles, or 68,084,- 480 acres. Population 60,000. Brine, sulphureous and chalybeate springs abound; limestone, granite, sand- stone and marble are found in large quantities ;_ iron ia abundant, and gold, silver, copper, lead and zinc have been found. Not one-fiftieth part of the soil is fit for tillage, but on that which is, abundant crops of grain and eonsiderable cotton are raised. 340 REBELLION REGISTER. W^ashington — Was settled by emigrants from the North, and was organized into a territory March 2, 1853, from the northern portion of Oregon, to which was added another portion from the eastern . part when the latter territory was admitted as a State, February 14, 1859. Area 69,994 square miles, or 48,636,800 acres. Population 22,168, besides numerous tribes of Indians. THE OFFICIAL REPORT OP LIEUTENANT-GENERAL ULYSSES S. GRANT, As submitted July 22, 1865. (synopsis.) From an early period in the rebellion, I had been impressed with the idea that active and continuous operations of all the troops that could be brought into the field, regardless of season and weather, were neces- sary to a speedy termination of the war. I was firm in the conviction that no peace could be had that would be stable and conducive to the happiness of the people, both North and South, until the military power of the rebellion was entirely broken. I therefore determined, first, to use the greatest number of troops practically against the armed force of the en- emy, preventing him from using the same force at dif- ferent seasons against first one and then another of our armies. Second, to hammer continuously against the armed force of the enemy and his resources, until, by mere attrition, if in no other way, there should be nothing left to him but an equal submission with the loyal section of our common country to the Constitution and laws of the land. These views have been kept constantly in mind, and orders given and campaigns made to carry them out. Whether they might have been better in conception and execution is for the people, who mourn the loss of friends fallen, and who have to pay the pecuniary cost, to say. All I can say is, that what I have done has been done conscientiously, to the best of my ability, and in what I conceived to be for the best interests of the whole country. At the date when this report begins, the situation of the contending forces was about as follows: The Missis- sippi River was strongly garrisoned by Federal troops from St. Louis to its mouth. The line of the Arkansas (341) 342 EEBELLION REGISTER. was also held, thus giving us armed possession of all west of the Mississippi, north of that stream. A few points in southern Louisiana, not remote from the river, were held by us, together with a small garrison at and near the mouth of the Kio Grande. All the balance of the vast territory of Arkansas, Louisiana, and Texas was in almost undisputed possession of the enemy. East of the Mississippi we held substantially with the line of the Tennessee and Holston Rivers, running eastward to include nearly all of the State of Tennessee ; south of Chatta- nooga a small foothold in Georgia, sufficient to protect East Tennessee from incursions from the enemy's force at Dalton, Ga. ; West Virginia was substantially within our lines. Virginia, with the exception of the northern border, the Potomac River, a small area about the mouth of James River, covered by the troops at Norfolk and Fortress Monroe, and the territory covered by the Army of the Potomac, lying along the Rapidan, was in the possession of the enemy. Along the sea-coast footholds had been obtained at Plymouth, Washington, and New- bern; Beaufort, Polly, and Morris Islands; Hilton Head, Fort Pulaski, and Port Royal; Fernandina, St. Augus- tine, Key West, and Pensacola, while all the important ports were blockaded by the navy. Behind the Union lines there were many bands of guerrillas and a large population disloyal to the Govern- ment, making it necessary to guard every foot of road or river used in supplying our armies. In the South a reign of military despotism prevailed, which made every man and boy capable of bearing arms a soldier, and those who could not bear arms in the field acted as provosts for collecting deserters and returning them. This enabled the enemy to bring almost his entire strength into the field. The enemy had concentrated the bulk of his forces east of the Mississippi into two armies, commanded by Generals R. E. Lee and J. E. Johnston, his ablest and best Generals. The army commanded by Lee occupied the south bank of the Rapidan, extending from Mine Run westward, strongly intrenched, covering and defend- ing Richmond. The army under Johnston occupied a strongly intrenched position at Dalton, Ga., covering and gkant's official eeport. 34-3 defending Atlanta. In addition to these armies, he had a large cavalry force, under Forrest, in North-east Mis- sissippi, a considerable force in the Shenandoah Valley, and in the western part of Virginia and extreme eastern part of Tennessee, and also confronting our sea- coast garrisons, and holding blockaded ports where we had no foothold upon land. These two armies, and the cities covered and defended by them, were the main objective points of the campaign. Major-Greneral Sherman, who was appointed to the command of the Military Division of the Mississippi, bad the immediate command of the armies operating against Johnston. Major-General Meade had the immediate command of the Army of the Potomac, from where I exercised gen- eral supervision of the movements of our armies. I may here state that, commanding all the armies as I did, I tried, as far as possible, to leave General Meade in independent command of the Army of the Potomac. My instructions for that army were all through him, and were general in their nature, leaving all the details and the execution to him. The pampaigns that followed proved him to be the right man in the right place. His commanding always in the presence of an officer superior to him in rank has drawn from him much of that public attention that his zeal and ability entitle him to. General Sherman was instructed to move against Johnston's army, to break it up, and to go into the in- terior of the enemy's country as far as he could, inflict- ing all the damage he could upon their war resources. If the enemy in his front showed signs of joining Lee, to follow him up to the full extent of his ability, while I would prevent, if possible, the concentration of Leo upon him. General Meade was instructed that Lee's army would be his objective point; that wherever Lee went he would go also. For his movement two plans presented themselves — one to cross the Rapidan below Lee, moving by his right flank ; the other above, moving by his left. Each presented advantages over the other, with corresponding objections. It was decided to take the lower route. In co-operation with the main movements against Lee 344 REBELLION REGISTER. and Johnston, I was desirous of using all other troops necessarily kept in departments remote from the fields of immediate operations, and also those kept in the back- ground for the protection of our extended lines, and in- structions were issued accordingly. Owing to the weather and bad condition of the roads, operations were delayed until the 1st of May, when, every thing being'in readiness, and the roads favorable, orders were given for a general movement of all the armies not later than the 4th of May. The Army of the Potomac commenced its movement on the morning of May 4. Before night the whole army, with the greater part of its trains (about 4,000 wagons), was across the Rapidan, having met but little opposition. Early on the 5th, the advance corps met and engaged the enemy outside his intrenchments near Mine Run. The battle raged furiously all day, the whole army being brought into the fight as fast as the corps could be got upon the field. General Burnside, with the 9th Corps, was left to hold the road back to Bull Run, and instructions to move promptly as soon as he received notice that a crossing of the Rapidan was secured. This notice he received on the afternoon of the 4th. By 6 o'clock A. M. of the 6th, he was leading his corps into action near the Wil- derness Tavern, some of his troops having marched a distance of over thirty miles, crossing both the Rappa- hannock and Rapidan Rivers. The battle of the Wilderness was renewed by us at 5 o'clock on the morning of the 6th, and continued with unabated fury until darkness set in, each army holding substantially the same position that they had on the evening of the 5th. After dark the enemy mad« a feeble attempt to turn our right flank, capturing several hun- dred prisoners, and creating considerable confusion. But the promptness of General Sedgwick, who commanded that part of our line, soon reformed it and restored order. Morning showed that the enemy had fallen behind his intrenched lines. From this it was evident to my mind that the two days' fighting had satisfied him of his ina- bility to further .maintain the contest in open field, not- withstanding his advantage of position, and that he would grant's OFi'IOIAL REPORT. 345 wait an attack beliind his works. I therefore determined to push on and put my whole force between him and Kichmond; and orders were at once issued for a move- ment by his right flank. Ou the night of the 7th, the march was commenced toward Spottsylvania Court-house. But the enemy having become apprised of our movement, and having the shorter line, was enabled to reach there first. On the 8th, General Warren met a force of the enemy which had been sent out to oppose and delay his advance, to gain time to fortify the line taken up at Spottsylvania. This force was steadily driven back on the main force, within the recently -constructed works, after considerable fighting, resulting in severe loss to both sides. The 9th, 10th, and 11th were spent in ma- neuvering and fighting, without decisive results. The able and distinguished Blajor-G-eueral Sedgwick was killed on the 9th. Major-General Wright succeeded him in command. Early on the 12th, a general attack was made on tlic enemy. General Hancock carried a salient of his line, capturing most of Johnston's division of Ewell's corps and twenty pieces of artillery. But the resistance was so obstinate that the advantage gained did not prove de- cisive. The 13th, 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th, and 18th were consumed in maneuvering and awaiting the arrival of reinforcements from Washington. Orders were issued for a movement to the North Anna, to commence at 12 o'clock on the night of the 19th. Late in the afternoon of the 19th, Ewell's corps came out of its works on our extreme right flank; but the attack was promptly re- pulsed, with heavy loss. This delayed the movement until itlie night of the 21st, when it was commenced. But the enemy again having the shorter line, and being in possession of the main roads, was enabled to roach the North Anna in advance of us, and took position be- hind it. The 2d, 5th, 6th, and 9th Corps reached the North Anna on the afternoon of the 23d, General War- ren efiecting a crossing with little opposition. He was violently attacked, but repulsed the enemy with great slaughter. General Sheridan, having started on a raid on the 9th, rejoined;, the main body again on the 25th, having destroyed the depots at Beaver Dam and Ashland 15* 346 KEBELLION KEGISTEK. Stations, four trains of cars, large supplies of rations, and many miles of railroad track ; recaptured about four hun- dred of our men, on their way to Richmond as prisoners of war ; met and defeated the enemy's cavalry at Yellow Tavern ; carried the first line of works around Richmond ; but, finding the second line too strong to be carried by assault, recrossed to the north bank of the Chickahominy at Meadow Bridge, under heavy fire, and moved by a detour to Haxall's Landing, on the James River, where he communicated with General Butler. General Butler moved up James River May 4. He sent a force of 1,800 cavalry, by way of West Point, to form a junction with him wherever he might get a foot- hold, and a force of 3,000 cavalry, under General Kautz, from Sufiblk, to operate against the roads south of Pe- tersburg and Richmond. On the 5th he occupied, with- out opposition, both City Point and Bermuda Hundred, his movement being a complete surprise. On the 6th he was in position, and commenced intrenching; on the 7th he made a reconnoissance against the Petersburg and Richmond railroad, destroying a portion of it. On the evening of the 13th and morning of the 14th he carried a portion of the first line of defenses at Fort Darling, with small loss. The time thus consumed lost to us the surprise and capture of Richmond and Petersburg, en- abling Beauregard to collect his loose forces in North and South Carolina. On the 16th the enemy attacked General Butler. He was forced back into his intrench- ments between the forks of the James and Appomattox Rivers, the enemy intrenching' strongly in his front. His army, therefore, though in a position of great se- curity, was as completely shut off from further opera- tions directly against Richmond as if it had been in a bottle, strongly corked. The position at Bermuda Hundred was as easy to de- fend as it was difficult to operate from against the enemy. I determined, therefore, to bring from it all available forces, leaving enough only to secure what had been gained, and, accordingly, on the 22d, I directed that they be sent forward to join the Army of the Potomac. General Buj-nside's corps was, on the 24th, constituted a part General Meade's command grant's official keport. 347 FindiDg the enemy's position on the North Anna stronger than either of his previous ones, I withdrew on the night of the 26th to the north bank of the North Anna, and moved to turn the enemy's position by his right. The cavalry, under Sheridan, and the 6th Corps leading the advance, crossed the Pamunky River at Han- overtown after considerable fighting, and on the 28th, the two divisions of cavalry had a severe but successful engagement with the enemy at Hawe's Shop. We ad- vanced to Planover Court-house and Cold Harbor Road, and developed the enemy's position north of the Chick- ahominy. Late on the 30th, the enemy came out and attacked our left, but was repulsed. An attack was im- mediately ordered by General Meade along his whole line, which resulted in driving the enemy from a part of his intrenched skirmish line. An attack was made at 5 P. M., June 1, by the 6th Corps and by General Smith, the other corps being held in readiness to advance on receipt of orders. This re- sulted in our carrying and holding the enemy's first line of works in front of the right of the attacking troops. During the attack, the enemy made repeated assaults on each of the corps not engaged in the main attack, but were repulsed with heavy loss in every instance. That night he made several assaults to regain what he had lost in the day, but failed.- The 2d was spent in getting troops into position for an attack on the 3d, when we again assaulted the enemy's works, in the hope of driv- ing him from his position. In this attempt our loss was heavy, while that of the enemy, I have reason to be- lieve, was comparatively light. From the proximity of the enemy to his defenses around Richmond, it was impossible, by any flank move- ment, to interpose between him and the city. I was still in a condition to either move by his left flank, and in- vest Richmond from the north side, or continue my move by his right flank to the south side of the James. I determined to hold substantially the ground we then oc- cupied, taking advantage of any favorable circumstances that might present themselves, until the cavalry could be sent to Charlottsville and Gordonsville, to effectually break up the railroad connection between Richmond and 348 REBELLION REGISTER. the Shenandoah Valley and Lynchburg; and, when the cavalry got well off, to move the army to the south side of the James River, by the enemy's right flank, where I felt I could cut off all his sources of supply except by the canal. During the three long years the armies of the Potomac and Northern Virginia had been confronting each other, they had fought more desperate battles than it probably ever fell to the lot of two armies to fight, without materially changing the vantage-ground of either. The Southern press and people, with more shrewdness than was dis- played in the North, finding- that they had failed to cap- ture Washington and New York, assumed that they only defended their Capital and Southern territory. Hence, Antietam, Gettysburg, and all the other battles that had been fought, were by them set down as failures on our part, and victories for them. Their army believed this. It produced a morale which could only be overcome by continuous and desperate hard fighting. The battles of the Wilderness, Spottsylvania, North Anna, and Cold Harbor, bloody and terrible as they were on our side, were even more damaging to the enemy, and so crippled him as to make him wary ever after of taking the offen- sive. Not regarding the operations of General Sigel in the Kanawha and Shenandoah Valleys as satisfactory, I asked for his removal. He was succeeded by General Hunter, who immediately took up the offensive, and met the enemy at Piedmont, June 5, and routed him, cap- turing 1,500 men, 3 guns, and 300 small arms. On the 8th he formed a junction with Crook and Averill, a,t Staunton, from which place he moved direct on Lynch- burg, via Lexington, which he invested June 16. To meet this movement, General Lee sent a force, which reached Lynchburg a short time before Hunter, who, being out of ammunition, retired from before the place on the 18th. Unfortunately, this want of ammunition forced his return by way of Kanawha, which lost to us the use of his troops for several weeks from the defense of the North. The Second Corps (Potomac army) commenced cross- ing the James River on the morning of the. 14th, by ferry-boats, at Wilcox's Landing. The crossing having GBANT-'S OFFICIAL HEJPORT. 3-49 commenced, General Butler was ordered to send Gen- eral Smith immediately, that night, with all the troops he could give him without sacrificing the position he then held, for the capture of Petcrshurg. General Smith got ofi' as directed, and confronted the enemy's pickets near Petersburg before daylight next morning, but, for some unexplained reason, did not assault his main lines until near sundown. Then, with a part of his command only, he made the assault, and carried the lines north-east of Petersburg, from the Appomattox River for a distance of over two and a half miles, cap- turing fifteen pieces of artillery and three hundred pris- oners. This was about 7 P. M. Between the line thus captured and Petersburg there were no other works, and there was no evidence that the enemy had reinforced Petersburg with a single brigade from any source. The night was clear — the moon shining brightly— and favor- able to further operations. General Hancock, with large reinforcements, waived rank, that Smith, who was sup- posed to know the ground, might act ; yet no attack was made. By the time I arrived the next morning, the en- emy was in force. An attack was made at 6 o'clock that evening, and continued, with but little intermission, until 6 o'clock the next morning, and resulted in our carrying the advance and some of the main works of the enemy, to the right (our left) of those previously captured by General Smith. Attacks were renewed on the 17th and 18th, which forced the enemy to an interior line, from which he could not be dislodged. The army then pro- ceeded to envelop Petersburg toward the Southside Rail- road. On the 6th the enemy, to reinforce Petersburg, with- drew from a part of his intrenchment in front of Ber- muda Hundred. General Butler at once moved a force on the railroad between Petersburg and Richmond. To retain the advantage thus gained, I ordered two divisions to report to General Butler, of which he was notified, and the importance of holding a position in advance of his present line urged upon him. About 2 o'clock P. M. Butler was forced back to the line from which the enemy had withdrawn in the morning. This position he held until the 17th, when he was joined by the two divisions 350 REBELLION REGISTER. before named!** Instead of putting these into the enemy's works, to hold them, he permitted them to halt and rest some distance in the rear of his old line. General Butler, with one brigade, on the night of the 20th, effected a lodg- ment on the north bank of the James, at Deep Bottom, and connected the pontoon bridge with Bermuda Hundred. On the 19th, General Sheridan, on his return from his expedition against the Virginia Central Railroad, met the enemy's cavalry at the White House, and compelled it to retire. During this expedition, General Sheridan, on June 11, near Trevillian Station, met the enemy's cavalry, whom he drove from the field in complete rout, capturing 400 prisoners, several hundred horses, etc. The dead and wounded were left in our hands. He destroyed the railroad from this place to Louisa Court-house, and ad- vanced toward Gordonsville. He found the enemy be- hind rifle-pits, about five miles from the latter place, and too strong to successfully assault. On the extreme right, however, his reserve brigade carried the enemy's works twice, and was twice driven therefrom by infantry. Night closed the contest. Not having sufficient ammunition to continue the engagement, and his animals being without forage, he withdrew his command, and rejoined the Army of the Potomac. General Wilson, on the 22d, moved against the ene- my's railroads south of Richmond. Striking the Wel- don Railroad at Ream's Station, destroying the depot and several miles of the road and the Southside Road, about fifteen miles from Petersburg, to near Nottaway's Sta- tion, where he defeated the enemy's cavalry, he reached Burksville Station on the 23d,. and from there destroyed the Danville Railroad to Roanoke Bridge (twenty-five miles), where he found the enemy in a position from which he could not dislodge him. He then commenced his return march, and on the 28th met the enemy's cav- alry at the Weldon Railroad crossing of Stony Creek, where he had a severe but not decisive engagement. Thence he made a ditour from his left. At Ream's Sta- tion he was met by the enemy's cavalry, supported by in- fantry, and forced to retire, with the loss of his artillery and trains. This exp3dition severed all connection by railroad with Richmond for several weeks. grant's OPl'ICIAL REPORT. 351 On the night of July 26, with a view of cutting the enemy's railroad from near Richmond to the Anna River, and making him wary of the situation of his army in the Shenandoah, and, in the event of failure in this, to take advantage of his necessary withdrawal of troops from Petersburg, to explode a mine that had been prepared in front of the 9th Corps, and assault the enemy's lines at that place, the 2d Corps and two divisions of the cavalry corps and Kautz's cavalry were crossed to the north bank of the James River, and joined the force General Butler had there. On the 27th the enemy was driven from his intrenched position, with the loss of four pieces of artillery. On the 28th our lines were extended from Deep Bottom to New Market road, but were attacked by the enemy, resulting in considerable loss to both sides. The first object of this move hav- ing failed, by reason of the very large force thrown there by the enemy, I determined to take advantage of the diversion made, by assaulting Petersburg before he could get his force back there. On the 30th, between 4 and 5 A. M., the mine was sprung, blowing up a battery and most of a regiment. The advance of the assaulting column immediately took possession of the crater, but, for some cau.se, failed to advance promptly to the ridge beyond. Had they done this, I had every reason to believe that Petersburg would have fallen. Other troops were immediately pushed for- ward, but the time consumed in getting them up en- abled the enemy to rally from his surprise (which had been complete) and get forces to this point for its de- fense. The captured line thus held being untenable, and of no advantage to us, the troops were withdrawn, but not without heavy loss. Thus terminated in disas- ter what promised to be the most successful assault of the campaign. Immediately upon the enemy's ascertaining that Gen- eral Hunter was retreating from Lynchburg by way of the Kanawha River, thus laying the Shenandoah Valley open for raids into Maryland and Pennsylvania, he re- turned northward and moved down that valley. Owing to low water and breaks in the railroad, General Hunter could not reach Harper's Ferry in time to check this 352 REBELLION KEGISTER. movement. The garrisons of Baltitaore and Washing- ton were at thia time made up of heavy artillery regi- ments, hundred days' men, and detachments from the Invalid Corps. General Ricketts; with one division of the 6th Corps, was sent to Baltimore, and the other two divisions, under Greneral Wright, were subsequently sent to Washington. On the 3d of July the enemy approached Martinsburg. G-eaeral Sigel, injeom«a'nd there, retreated across the Potomac at SliepardstownV and Greneral Weber, commanding at Harper's Ferry, crossed the river and occupied Maryland Heights. On the 6th the enemy occupied Hagerstowu, moving a strong column toward Frederick City. General Wallace, with Ricketts's division and his own command, mostly new and undisciplined troopis, pushed from Baltimore with great promptness, and met the enemy in force on the Monocaoy, where, although defeated, he detained the enemy, and thereby enabled General Wright to reach Washington, upon which place the enemy moved, Ms cavalry advance reaching Rockville oti the evening of the 10th. On the 12th a reconnoisanoe was thrown out in front of Fort Stevens, to-asee*tain the enemy's position and force. A severe skirmish ensiiedr, in whieh we lost about 280 killed and woundedT The enemy's loss was probably greater. He commenced retreating ■ during the night. General Wright yras assigned to the command of all troops in thewlS operating against this invasion, and commenced the'*pursuit on the 13th. On the 18th the enemy was 'overtaken at Snicker's Ferry, when a sharp gkijmls'h oec'urred; and on the 20th General Averill en- countered and defeated a portion of the rebel army at Winchester, capflfiei'ng four pieces of artillery ' and several hundred prisoners. About the 25th the enemy was again advancing upon Maryland and Pennsylvania; he moved down the valley and sent a raiding party into Pennsylvania, which, on the 30th, burned Cihambersbjj,rg; and then retreated, pursued by our davaky, i»1)0'W'ard Cumberland. They were met and def«(M'!^y"'General --Kelly, and with * diraiinlslied i^usESte^f^cape^ into the mo'U»tajns (3f West Virginia. '?>..,... grant's official report. 353 From where I was I hesitated to give positive orders for the movement of our forces at Monocacy, lest by so doing I should expose Washington. I therefore vis- ited General Hunter on the 5th, and, after consultation with him, gave him his instructions, among which were, " Bear in mind, the object is to drive the enemy south, and to do this you want to keep him always in sight. Be guided in your course by the course he takes." From the time of the first raid the telegraph wires were frequently down between Washington and City Point, making it necessary to transmit messages a part of the way by boat. It took from twenty^four. to thir- ty-six hours to gel dispatches through and return an- swers back, often causing confusion and an apparent contradiction of orders that was very embarrassing to those executing them, and detrimental to effective op- erations. To remedy this evil, some one should have supreme command of the forces operating against Early. General Hunter having, in our conversation,- expressed a willingness to be relieved from command, the Middle Mil- itary Division was constituted August 7, and General Sheridan was assigned to command of the same. His op- erations during the month of August and the forepart of September were both of an offensive and defensive char- acter, resulting in many severe skirmishes, principally by the cavalry, in which we were generally successful, but no general engagement took place. The two armies lay in such position that either could bring on a battle at any time. Defeat to us would lay open to the enemy the States of Maryland and Pennsylvania. Under these circumstances I hesitated about allowing the initiative to be taken. Finally, the use of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad and the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal, which were both obstructed by the enemy, became so indispensably necessary to us, and- the importance of re- lieving Pennsylvania and Maryland from continuously threatened invj^sion so great, that I visited General Sher- idan at his head-quarters to decide, after conference with him, what should be done. I met him at Charles- ton, and he pointed out so distinctly how each army lay, what he could do the moment he was authorized, and expressed such confidence of success, that I saw there 354 RKBELLION REaiSTEB. were lipt two woi:ds of .instruetjioiis npeessap;-3r-=:^C?o" in! I asjced him if lie could get out Ixis teams an,d ,gisKppligs in tiwe to make an attack on tlte .en^uijig p^ji^day morn- ing. Hi^ reply -Wa^ that he co,uld, ;tiefpj:e daylight on Monday. He was off prpiii^tly ^o tim§, .and I way here add that the re^iilt .|7§p such jthat I ha;ye .never ^sinee deemed it peces^ajry ,to visit Ctene^ail Sheridan ib^fpse giving him 0irdei;s. On, the morning of September 19 he attacked' JEarly at the eroding Qii.Opequan Creek, an^,;after a,in<3st sai^ui- naryand Boqjiy battle, lasting until fiye o'cloek in -the evening, .defeated ,him -with heavy lo^, carrying Jiis^nt.ire ppsitipn from Qpequan Creek to Winchester, capitiiring several thousand nrigoiie];s and fyiie pieces of iprtiillery. The enemy rallied and made a staiad in a, strong positiqu at Fisher's Hill, where he was ,atta%fid and .again defeated qn the 20th. Sheridan pursued liim with greajt eiieEgy through Harrisonburg, Staunton, .and the gaps of the Blue Bidge. After stripping the upper valley of mpgt pf the supplies a^nd prpvisipns Jor the rebel army, he returned tp Strasburg and tppk position on the north side pf Cedar Creek. , Having received cpnsideiable reinforcements. General Early again returned tp tl^e valley, and pn -Octpber 9 his cavalry encpuntered purs near Strasburg, where he was defeated, losing 11 guns and 350 prisoners. On the night pf the 18th the enemy crossed the mpuntains which separated the branches pf the .Shjenandoah, .fprded the nprtb fork, and, early on the morning of the 19th, surprised and turned our left .flank, capturing the bat- teries which enfiladed our whole line. Our troops fell back with heavy loss and in much ponFusipn, but were finally rallied between Middletown and Newton. At this juncture General Sheridan, who was at Winchester when the battle commenced, arrived on the field, arranged his lines just in time to repulse a heavy attack of the en- emy, and immediately assuming the offensive he at- tacked in turn with great vigor. ,Th(r'enemy was de- feated with great slaughter,, and the loss of most of his artillery and trains, and thg.., trophies he had captured in the morning. ,,Sb#» wreck of his army escaped during 4he night, and fled in 'the direction of Staunton -and geant's official report. 355 Lynchburg. Pursuit was made to Mount Jackson. Thus ended this the enemy's hist attempt to invade the North, via the Shenandoah Valley. . Supposing the enemy had sent a force from Peters- burg to reinforce Early, I, on the night of August 13, threatened Richmond from the north side of the James, to prevent him from sending troops away, and, if pos- sible, to draw back those sent. We captured six guns and several hundred prisoners, detained troops that were under marching orders, and ascertained that but one division of the three reputed detached had gone. On the 18th we took possession of the Weldon Railroad, to regain which the enemy made repeated and desperate assaults, but was each time repulsed with great loss. On the 25th, our cavalry, while at Ream's Station destroying the railroad, were forced back, losing 5 guns. The extension of our lines across the Weldon Rail- road compelled the enemy to so extend his that it seemed he could have but few troops north of the James for the defense of Richmond. On the night of September 28, the 10th and 18th Corps were crossed to the north side of the James, and advanced on the morning of the 29th, carrying the very strong fortifications and intrenchments below Chapin's Farm, known as Port Harrison, captur- ing fifteen pieces of artillery and the New Market road and intrenchments. This success was followed up by a gallant assault upon Fort Gillmore, in which we were repulsed with heavy loss. Kautz's cavalry was pushed forward on the road to the right of this, supported by infantry, and reached the enemy's inner line, but was unable to get further. The position captured from the enemy was so threatening to Richmond that I deter- mined to hold it. The enemy made sevei'al desperate attempts to dislodge us, all of which were unsuccessful. and for which he paid dearly. General Meade, on the 30th, with a view to attacking the enemy's line, if it was found sufficiently weakened by withdrawal of troops to the north side, sent out a reconnoisance- which captured and held the enemy's works near Poplar Spring Church. On October 7 the enemy attacked Kautz's cavalry north of the James, and drove it back, with heavy loss ■ 356 REBELLION REGISTER. in killed, wounded, and prisoners, and the loss of all the artillery, eight or nine pieces. This he followed up by an attack on our intrenched infantry line, but was re- pulsed with severe slaughter. On the 13th a recon- noissance was sent out by G-eneral Butler, with a view to drive the enemy from some new works he was con- structing, which resulted in very heavy loss to us. On the 27th, the Army of the Potomac, leaving only sufficient men to hold its fortified line, moved by the enemy's right flank, and forced a passage of Hatcher's Run, and moved up the south side of it toward South- side Railroad, until the advance reached the Boydtown Plank Road. At this point we were six miles distant from the Southside Railroad, which I had, by thisjnove- meut, to reach and hold. But finding that we had not reached the end of the ememy's fortifications, and no place presenting itself for a successful assault by which he might be doubled up and shortened, I determined to withdraw within our fortified line, which was done after repulsing an attack of the enemy. General Butler's co- operative movement was partially successful, but his forces withdrew to their former position. From this time forward the operations in front of Petersburg and Richmond, until the spring campaign of 1865, were confined to the defense and extension of our lines, and to oifensive movements for crippling the en- emy's line of communications, and to prevent his de- taching any considerable force to send south. By the 7th of February our lines were extended to Hatcher's Run, and the Weldon Railroad had been destroyed to Hioksford. General Sherman moved from Chattanooga on May 6, with the Armies of the Cumberland, Tennessee, and Ohio, commanded, respectively, by Generals Thomas, MePherson, and Sohofield, upon Johnston's army at Dalton. The enemy's position at Buzzard's Roost being too strong for assault, MoPherson was sent through Snake Gap to turn it, while Thomas and Schofield threatened it in front and north. Johnston retreated to Resaca on the 15th, and he again fled southward. His rear-guard was overtaken near Adamsville on the 17th, and at Cassville on the 19th, when at night he crossed the GRANT S OFFICIAL REPORT. 357 Etowah. He was driven to New Hope Church, near Dallas, on the 25th. On the 28th ho assaulted Me- Pherson at Dallas, but was bloodily repulsed. He abandoned New Hope Church June 4, retreating to Kenesaw, Pine, and Lost Mountains. He yielded the two last-named places on the 27th, and Kenesaw July 3, going to Atlanta, where he was succeeded by Hood, who assumed the offensive-defensive policy, and made several attacks during the latter part of July, in all of which he was repulsed with heavy loss. General Sher- man moved his main force by the enemy's left flank, thus drawing him from the fortifications ; and after de- feating him near Rough and Ready, Jonesboro, and Lovejoys, forced him south, and, on September 2, occu- pied Atlanta, thus closing a movement that-was prompt, skillful, and brilliant. The history of his flank move- ments and battles during that memorable campaign will ever be read with an interest unsurpassed by any thing in history. During these movements, Forrest annoyed us consid- erably, and his successes seemed to embolden others. Early in April he captured Fort Pillow/ and, after our men threw down their arms, proceeded in an inhuman and merciless massacre of the garrison. The Red River expedition left Vicksburg March 10, under command of General A. J. Smith. The rebel forces, thinking to defeat him in the open field, left Fort DeRussy on the 14th. Smith stole a march on them, and captured the fort with its garrison of 350 men, 11 guns, and small arms. Our loss was slight. He defeated the enemy, capturing 210 prisoners and 4 guns, at Henderson Hill on the 21st. General Banks pushed forward from Grand Eeore April 6, and defeated the enemy near Pleasant Hill on the 7th, and again the same evening, eight miles beyond. On the 8th, at Sabine Cross-roads and Peach Hill, the enemy attacked and defeated his advance, capturing 19 pieces of artillery and an immense amount of transportation and stores. During the night General Banks fell back to Pleasant Hill, where another battle was fought on the 9th, and the enemy repulsed with great loss. During the night General Banks continued his retrograde movement to 358 REBELLION KEGISTER. Grand Eeore, and thence to Alexandria, whieli he reached on the 27th, leaving that place May 14. The disastrous termination of this expedition, and the lateness of the season, rendered impracticahle the capture of Mobile. General Oauby, who had been assigned to the command, was therefore directed to send the 19th Corps to join the armies operating against Richmond, and to limit the re- mainder of his command to such operations as might be necessary to hold the positions and lines he then occu- pied. Late in July General Granger was sent, with such forces as he could collect, to co-operate with Admiral Parragut against the defenses of Mobile Bay. On the 8th of August S'ort Gaines surrendered to the combined naval and land forces. Port Powell was blown up and abandoned. On the 9th Port Morgan was invested, and, after a severe bombardment, surrendered on the 23d. The total captures amounted to 1,464 prisoners and 104 guns. About the last day of August, Price was reported on his way to Missouri, with a force of 10,000 men. He captured Pilot Knob September 26. He was forced to battle on the Big Blue, and defeated, with the loss of nearly all his artillery and train, and a large number of prisoners. He made a precipitate retreat to North- ern Arkansas. The enemy's cavalry made an extensive raid during the latter part of September and forepart of October, through Tennessee, and escaped to Corinth, Mississippi. General Burbridge met the enemy, October 2, about three miles from Saltville, Virginia, and drove him into his strongly-intrenched position around the salt-works, from which he was unable to dislodge him. During the night he withdrew his command and returned to Ken- tucky, t General Sherman, immediately after the fall of At- lanta, put his armies in camp in and about the place, and made all preparations for refitting and supplying them for future service ; and, after a full interchange of opinions and reasons, he commenced his preparations for his proposed movement to the sea, keeping his army in position, in the mean time, to wateb Hood. Having GEANT S OFFICIAL REPORT. 359 concentrated his troops at Atlanta by the 14th of No- vember, he commenced his march, threatening both Augusta and Macon. His coming-out point could not be definitely fixed. Having to gather his subsistence as he marched through the country, it was not impos- sible that a force inferior to his own might compel him to head for such point as he could reach, instead of such as he might prefer. The blindness of the enemy, how- ever, in ignoring his movement, and sending Hood's army (the only considerable force he had West of Rich- mond and east of the Mississippi River) northward, on an oiFensive campaign, left the whole country open, and Sherman's route to his own choi6e. How that campaign was conducted, how little opposi- tion was met with, the condition of the country through which the armies passed, the capture of Fort McAllis- ter, on the Savannah River, and the occupation of Sa- vannah on the 21st of December, are all clearly set forth in General Sherman's admirable report. Hood, instead of following Sherman, continued his move northward, which seemed to me to be leading to his certain doom. At all events, had I had the power to command both armies, I should not have changed the orders under which he seemed to be acting. His advance reached Decatur, Alabama, October 24, but, failing to carry the place, he withdrew and effected a lodgment on the north side of the Tennessee River, near Florence. General Hood pressed General Thomas back toward Nashville, and coming up with our main force, commanded by General Schofield, at Frankfort, on the 30th, assaulted our works during the afternoon repeatedly, until late at night, but was in every instance repulsed. His loss in this battle was 1,750 killed, 700 prisoners, and 3,800 wounded ; our entire loss was 2,300. This was the first serious opposition the enemy met with, and I am satisfied was the fatal blow to all his expectations. During the night General Schofield fell back toward Nashville. This left the field to the (enemy — not lost by the battle, but voluntarily aban- -doned. — so that General Thomas's whole force might be ,bro,vight together. The enemy followed up, and com- mepQed .the establishment of his line in front of Nash- 360 UEBELLION REGISTER. villo Decetnber,2, G-eneral Smith having arrived there two days earlier. On the morning of December 15, General Thomas attacked Hood in position, and, in a battle lasting two days, defeated and drove him from the field in the utmost confusion. Before the battle of Nashville I grew very impatient over, as it appeared to me, the unnecessary delay, and I was quite disposed to censure, but his final defeat of Hood was so complete that it will be accepted as a vin- dication of that distinguished officer's judgment. After this defeat, Hood, though closely followed by our troops, made his escape southward. During the above movements Breckenridge made a raid in the eastern part of the State, but Stoneman soon drove him back, dispersed his forces, and captured and destroyed Saltville, Virginia. The nature of the outlet of Cape Pear Kiver was such that, without possession of the land north of New Inlet, or Fort Fisher, it was impossible for the navy to en- tirely close Wilmington harbor against blockade-run- ners. To secure this a land force of 6,500 troops were detached, to co-operate with the navy. The expedition got off December 13, and arrived near Fort Fisher on the evening of the 15th. Admiral Porter arrived three days later; but a rough sea, lack of coal and water, with stormy weather, delayed action until the 24th. A landing was effected without opposition on the 25th, and a reconnoissanoe, under General Curtis, pushed up toward the fort. But before receiving a full report of the result of this reconnoissanoe. General Butler, in direct violation of the instructions given, ordered the re-embarkation of the troops and the return of the ex- pedition. The instructions which I had given December 6 (which military courtesy required should go through General Butler, he commanding that department,) to General Weitzel, that General has since officially in- formed me he never received, nor was he aware of their existence until he read General Butler's published offi- cial report of the Forf Fisher failure. General Curtis and others, officers and men, afterward voluntarily re- ported to me that, when recalled, they were nearly into GRANTS OKFIC .VL EEPOHT. 361 the fort, aad, in their opinion, it could have been taken without much loss. The next expedition was under General Terry, with whom I communicated direct, the instructions being materially those given for the first expedition. The troops, also, were the same, with a small brigade (about 1,500 men) and a small siege train. The latter it was never found necessary to land. The expedition reached its destination January 12, 1865, and by 3 o clock P. M. next day the troops were landed, under cover of the fleet, without loss. The fort was assaulted, and, after desperate fighting, was cap- tured on the 15th. We thus secured one of the most im- portant successes of the war. At my request General Ord succeeded General Butler in command of the department. The State of North Carolina was constituted into a military department, and General Schofield, who had been ordered from the West, as not necessary in Gene- ral Thomas's army, assigned to the command, and, Jan- uary 31, placed under the orders of General Sherman. In obedience to his instructions. General Schofield proceeded, in co-operation with the navy under Admiral Porter, to reduce Wilmington, which, after fighting on the 20th and 21st, our troops entered on the morning of the 22d, the enemy having retreated toward Golds- boro during the night. Having information of the defeat and utter route of Hood's army, I asked General Sherman on the 18th for his views of operations, and, on the 19th, directed him to make preparations to, start, as he proposed, without delay, to break up the railroads in North and South Carolina, and join the armies operating against Richmond as soon as he could. January 21, I informed him that the 23d Corps, General Schofield commanding, numbering 21,000 men, would go to Wilmington or Newbern ; that we had at Fort Fisher 8,000 men ; at Newbern, 4,000 ; and that the surplus force at both these points would move to the interior toward Goldsboro, in co-operation with his movement ; that from either point railroad com- munication could be run out, and that all these troops would be subject to his orders as he came into commu- nication with them. 16 362 REBELLION RKfUSTER. By the 1st of February Greneral Sherman's whole army was in motion from Savannah. He captured Co- lumbia, S. C.^ on the 17th; then moved on Goldsboro, N. C, via Fayetteville, reaching the latter place March 12, opening up communication with Greneral Schofleld. On the 18th the combined forces of the enemy, under Joe Johnston, attacked his advance at. Bentonville, cap- turing three gans and driving it back upon the main body. General Slocum, who was in the advance, -aSfeeif- taining that the whole of Johnston's army was in the front, arranged his troops on the defensive, intrenched himself, and awaited reinforcements, which were pushed forward. On the night of the 21st the enemy retreated to Smithfield, leaving his dead and wounded in our hands. From there Sherman' continued to Goldsboro, which place had been occupied by Schoield on the 21st, and forced the fall of Charleston, S. C. General Sheridan moved from Winchester February 27, with 10,000 cavalry, and made_;St^unton March 2, the enemy retreating to Waynesbf^, where he went. Finding the enemy intrenched and in force, an immediate attack was made, the position o&xii^^^nS. I,60i0 prisonej?B, 11 guns, 200 wag6n||;;and 17 baMp -flags were captured. He reached Charlottesville on thg-''3d, destroying effect- ually the railroad and bridges as* he went. He remained two days, destroying the railrffad toward Richmond and Lynchburg. On the 6th, dividing his force into two columns, he sent one to Soottsville, whence it marched to New Market. From here a force was pushed out to Duiguidsville, to j'TSffiin possession of the bridge across the James Biver' at that place, but failed. The enemy burned it-and the one at Hardwicksville on our apjkroach. ThkB'tftlaer column moved down the railroad toward iynch- ? burg, destroying it' as far as Amherst C. H., 16 miles from Lynebfeurg; thence across the country, uniting with the column at Niew Market. Frorri here he followed the canal .toward BicfaAoad, destroying every lock upon it, and cutting the banks wherever practicable, to a point eight miles east of Gooohljiud, concentrating the whole force on the lOtb at Co^pabia,, fioin jsrhioh he moved in a directioi to4h»ije»t(mEiohmond, to near Ashland Sta- tion; be crossed the Annas, and after having destroyed grant's OFPICrAL EE1?0RT. 3(53 nil the bridges and .many milos of the railroad, proceeded to "White House, which place he reached on the 19th. The situation in March, 1865, showed that General Canby was moving an adequate force against Mobile; Thomas was pushing out two large cavalry expeditions — one, under General Wilson, Sigainst tke enemy's vital points in Alabama; the other, under General Stoneman, ^toward Lynchburg, and assembling the remailider of his 'available fofbes preparatory T;o offensive operations, from East Tennessee. Sheridan's cavalry was at the White House; the Armies of the Potomac and James yrere confronting the enemy under Lee; Sherman, with his amies reinforced by that of Schofield, was at Goldsboro; Pope was mating jSreparations for a spring campaign againat the enemy, Uride'r Kirby Smith and* Price, west of the Mississippi; and Hancock was concentrating a force in the vicjnity of Winchester, Va., to guard against invasion or to operate offensively, as might prove- neces- sary. Sheridan joined the Army of the Potomac in front of Petersburg on the 27th. On the morning of the 25th the enemy assaulted our lines, and carried Port Steadman and a part of the line to the right and left of it, estab- Ifslied themselves, anditurned the guns of the fort against us ; but our troops on either flank held their ground until refeves' were brought up, w'hen the enemy was driven back, with a heavy loss in killed and wounded, and 1,900 prisoners, Out i loss was 68 killed, 337 w^ounded, and 506 missing. General Meade at once felt the enemy's resp«etite frontSj a&d captured and held the ekemy's , strongly intrenched picket line,, in front of the 2a and 6th Corps, and 834 prisoners. "T-'he enemy made despite attempts to retake this line, but without suc- cess.t' Onr loss in front of these was- 52 killMy §64 wounded,, and 207 missing. The enemy's loss in killed., and wounded was far greater. General Shermat.,- on the 27th, reported his troops in. c^ip at'Goilictsboro, and added they would be ready for work by April 10. lie^oposed a movement to threaten Raleigh, and : then, by tuisaing suddenly to the riglit, reach the,Eoanoke -or Gastony,,or thereabouts, whence h|j. could move on to the Kiohmond^'lifed*^Srail®»-Ilai'l-" "#oad, striking it in the vicinity of Burkesville, or. join StU TIEBEI,L1UN REGISTER. the armies operating against Richmond, as might be deemed best. This plan he .was directed to carry into execution, if he received no further directions in the mean time. I had spent days of anxiety lest each morning should bring the report that the enemy had retreated the liight before. I was firmly convinced that Sherman's crossing the Roanoke would be the signal for Lee to leave. I was therefore anxious for the movement, which com- menced on the morning of the 29th. At night the cav- alry was at Dinwiddle C. H., and the left of our infantry line extended to the Quaker road, near its intersection with the Boydton Plank-road. The position of the troops from right to left was as follows : Sheridan, War- ren, Humphreys, Ord, Wright, Parke. Every thing looked favorable to the defeat of the enemy, and the capture of Petersburg and Richmond, if the proper effort was made. From the night of the 29th to the morning of the 31st the rain fell in such torrents as to make it im- possible to move wheeled vehicles, except as corduroy roads were laid in front of them. During the 30th, Sheridan advanced toward Five Forks, where he found the enemy in force. Warren advanced and extended his line across the Boydton Plank-road to near the White Oak road, where he fortified. Humphreys drove the enemy from his front into his main line on the Hatcher, near Burgess's Mills. Generals Ord, Wright, and Parke made examinations in their fronts, to determine the feasi- bility of an assault on the enemy's lines. The two latter reported favorably. Humphreys's corps was ordered to report to Sheridan ; but the condition of the roads pre- vented immediate movement. On the 31st, Warren was directed to get possesssion of the White Oak road. To accomplish this he moved with one division, which was attacked by the enemy in superior force, and driven back on the second division, and it, in turn, forced back upon the third division, when the enemy was cheeked. A division of the 2d Corps was immediately sent to his support, the enemy driven back with heavy loss, and possession of White Oak road gained. Sheridan ad- vanced, and, with a portion of his cavalry, got possession GRANT S OFFICIAL REPORT. 365 of the Five Forks, but the enemy reinforced the rebel cavalry defending that point with infantry, and forced him back tovpard Dinwiddle C. H. Here Sheridan displayed great generalship. Instead of retreating with his whole ■ command on the main army, to tdl the story of superior forces encountered, he deployed* his cavalry on foot, leaving only mounted men enough to take charge of the /bosses,.. This compelled the enemy to deploy over a vast extent of woods and broken country, and made his prog- ress slow. He dispatched to me what had taken place, and that he was dropping back slowly on Dinwiddle C. H. Next morning, being reinforced by TYarren, he drove the enemy back on Five Forks, where, late in the even- ing, he assSlted and carried his strongly-fortified po- sition, captuting all his artillery, and between 5,060 and 6,000 prison|ifB. '''"• Some app:^©hensioris fifted my mind lest the enemy might desert his lines during the night, aTid by falling upon Sheridan* before assistance could reach him, drive him from his position, and open the way for retreat. To guard againmthis, one division was sent to reinforce Mm, and a bomD^dment was cosmimenced' and kept up until four o'clock in the morning (April 2), when an assault was ordered on the Bnemy's lines. General "Wright penetrated the lines with his whole corps, sweep- ing every thing beforei^im and to his left, toward Hatcher's Run, capturing"%iany guns and several thou- sand prisoners. He was closfc followed by two divisions of General Ord's command, uiiSi| he met the other divis- ion', of Ord's that had siueoeedei- iri^^Mfiig the enemy's lines near Hatcher's 'pfflw, Generals weight and Ord immediately swung to' the right, and cIosed\j>l the en- emy • on 'iiHSt' side of them in Petersburg, while H^unj- phreys pushed forward with. two divisions and joine3 Wright on the left. General Parke succteeded in carry- ing the^nemy's main line, capturing guns and prisoners, btit'was unabl'e^to carry his inner line. Sheridan, being advised of the conditian. of affairs, returned General Miles to his proper command. On reaching the enemy's lines immediately ''^^iuWi¥^^|^g|toxa^a-ip,QX,tig|[^ of (Jteneral Gibbon's corps, by a mo^t gMrot charge, cap- tured two S^Qifg-" inclosed works — the most salient and 366 REBELLION BEGISTEE. commanding soutli of Petersburg — thus materially short- ening the line of investment necessary for taking the city. The enemy south of Hatcher's Uun retreated west- ward to Sutherland's Statiom, where they were overtaken by Miles's division. A severe engagement ensued, and lasted until both his right and left flanks were threat- ened by the approach of Sheridan, who was moving from Ford's Station ' toward Petersburg, and a division sent, by Meade frxim the front of Petei'sburg, when he broke in the utmost confusion, leaving in our hands his guns and many prisoners. This force retreated by the' main road along the Appomattox River. During the ; night of the 2d, the enemy evacuated Petersburg and Richmond, and retreated ^ward Dan- ville. *' On the morning of the 3d pursuit was com- menced. Sheridan pushed for the Danville road,. keep- ing near the Appomattox, followed by Meade, with the 2d and 6th Corps, while Ord moved from JBurkesville along the Southside road, the 9th Corps stretching along that road behind him. On the 4th, Sheridan struck the Danville road near Jettersville, where >he . learned that Lee was at Amelia Court-house. He immediately in- trenched himself, and awaited the arriVal of Meade, who reached there the next day. Ord^ reached Burkesville on the evening of the 5th. 'J On the morning of the 6th, it was found that Greneral Lee was moving west of Jettersville, toward Danville. • General Sheridan moved with his cavalry, to strike his flank, while the 2d and 'ifeth Corps pressed hard after, forcing him to abandon several hundred wagons and several pieces,) of artillery. General Ord advanced from Burkesjille toward Farmville, sending two regiments of infantry and a squadron of cavalry, under General Read,- tb reach and destroy the bridges. This advance met the head of Lee's coluinn near Farmville, which it hero- ically attacked and detained until General Read was killed and his small force overpowered." This caused 4, delay in the enemy's movements, and enabled Ord to get well up with the remainder of his force, on meet- iug.w|4c.hHi-hg enemy, immediately intrenched himself. In the afternoon Sheridan struck the enemy south of Sailor's Creek, captured 16 pieces of artillery. and about grant's OFFIOIAL REPOllT. 367 400 wagons, and detained him until tlie 6th Corps got up, when a general attack of infantry and cavalry was made, which resulted in the capture of 6,000 or 7,000 prisoners, among whom were many general officers. The movements of the 2d Corps and Ord's command contrib- uted greatly to the day's success. On the morning of the 7th- the pursuit was renewed, the cavalry (except one division) and the 5th Corps moving by Prince Edward's Court-house; the 6th Corps, General Ord's command, and one division of cavalry, on Farmville, and the 2d Corps by the High-bridge road. It was sooiv found that the enemy had crossed to the north side of the Appomattox, but so close was the pursuit thafi: the 2d Corps got possession at High- biidge before the enemy could destroy it, and' immedi- ately crossed'; over. The 6th Corps and a division of cavalry crossed at Farmville to its support. Feeling now that Lee's chance of escape was utterly hopeless, I addfessed him a note, asking, for the " sur- render of that portion of the' Confederate States army known as the Army of Northern Virginia." A corre- spondence ensu'eS';* which resulted in the foUowiug; "Appomattox Coubt-housjs, Va,, | Ajiril 9, 1865. j "General: In accoi'dauce with th* substance of my letter to you of the 8tlf\instant, I propose to receive the surrender of the Ari^ of Northern Virginia on the following terms, to-wit: '^oUs of all the officers and men to be 'made in duplicate^ope copy to be given to an officer to be designated by me, -the , other to be retained by such officer or officers as you inay desig- nate. The officers to give their individual parol^ not to take up arms against the Government of the UuuteC States until properly exchanged, and each company or regimental commander sign a like parole for the men ofTlieir commands. The arms, artillery, and public property to be packed "an^ stacked, and turned over to the officers appointed by me to receive them. This will not embrace the side-arms of the officers, flor their' pri- vate horses or baggage. This; done, each officer arid jnau will bo allowed to return to his home, not to be 368 REBELLION REGISTEE. disturbed by United • States authority so long as they observe their paroles and the laws in force where they may reside. U. S. Grant, Lieutenant- General. General R. E. Lee. Head-quarters Army of Northern Virginia, ) April 9, 1865. | General : I received your letter of this date con- taining the terms of surrender of the Army of North- ern Virginia, as proposed by you. As they are sub- stantially the same as those expressed in your letter of the 8th instant, they are accepted. I will proceed to designate the proper officers to carry the stipulations into eiffect. E,. E. Lee, General. Lieutenant-General U. S. Grant. The commands of Generals Gibbon and Griffin, and McKenzie's cavalry, were designated to await the parol- ing of the surrendered army, and take charge of the public property. The remainder of the army immedi- ately returned to the vicinity of Burke^ville. General Lee's great influence throughout the whole South caused his example to be followed, and to-day the result is that the armies lately under his leadership are at their homes, desiring peace and quiet, and their arms are in the hands of our ordnance officers. On the 14th, a correspondence was opened between Generals Sherman and Johnston, which resulted, on the 18th, in an agreement for a suspension of hostilities, and a memorandum or basis for peace, subject to the approval of the President. The President's disapproval I communicated to General Sherman at Raleigh, North Carolina, on the 24th. He at once notified General Johnston of the termination of the truce. Another meeting between them on the 26th terminated in the surrender and disbandment of General Johnston's army, upon substantially the same terms as were given to Gen- eral Lee. The expedition under General Stoneman from East Tennessee got off on the 20th of March, moving by way of Boone, N. C, and struck the railroad at Wytheville, Chambersburg, and Big Lick, and thence to within a few miles of Lynchburg. At Salisbury he attacked and grant's OFJbUCIAL REPORi'. 369 defeated a force of the enemy under General Gardiner, capturing 14 guns and 1,364 prisonera, and destroyed large amounts of army stores. At this place he de- stroyed fifteen miles of railroad, and the bridges toward Charlotte. Thence he moved to Slatersville. The expedition under General Wilson, consisting of 12,500 mounted men, was delayed by rains until Ma,rch 22, when it moved from Chickasaw, Ala. April 1, he met Forrest, in force, near Ebenezer Church, drove him in confusion, captured 300 prisoners and 3 guns, and destroyed the central bridge ■over the Cahawba River. On the 2d he captured Selma, defended by Forrest with 7,000 men and 32' guns, destroyed the arsenal, armory, naval foundry, machine shops, vast quantities of stores, and captured 3,000 prisoners. He captured Tuscaloosa on the 4th, and occupied Montgomery on the 14th, the enemy having abandoned it. At this place many stores, and five steamboats fell into our hands. Thence a force marched direct on Columbus, and another on West Point, both of which places were assaulted and captured on the 16th. At the former place we got 1,500 prisoners and 62 guns, destroyed two gun-boats, the navy-yard, found- ries, arsenal, many factories, and much other public prop- erty. At the latter place we got 300 prisoners, 4 guns, and destroyed 19 locomotives and 300 cars. On the 20th he took possession of Macon, Ga., with 60 guns, 1,200 militia, and 5 generals. General Wilson, hearing that Jefferson Davis was trying to make his escape, sent forces in pursuit, and succeeded in capturing him on the morning of May 11. General Canby commenced his movement against Mo- bile March 20, invested Spanish Fort on the 27th, which was captured April 8, and Fort Blakely next day. Mo- bile was evacuated on the night of the 11th, and occu- pied by our forces next morning. General Dick Taylor surrendered to General Canby all the remaining rebel forces east of the Mississippi May 4. General Sheridan, with a force sufficient to insure an easy triumph over Kirby Smith, west of the Mississippi, was immediately put in motion for Texas; but on May 26 (before Sheridan reached his destination), Smith sun-eiulered his entire command to General Canby. The 16* 370 BEBELLION EEGISTEE. bad faith was exhibited of first disbanding most of his army and permitting an indiscriminate plunder of public property. Owing to the report that many of those lately in arms against the Government had taken refuge upon the soil of Mexico, carrying with them arms rightfully belong- ing to the United States, which had been surrendered to us by agreement — among them some of the leaders who had ^urrendere'l in person — and the disturbed condition of affairs on the Rio Grande, the orders for troops to proceed to Texas were not changed. There have been severe combats, raids, expeditions and movements to defeat the designs and purposes of the enemy, most of them refleoting great credit on our arms, and which contributed greatly to our final tri- umph, that I have not mentioned. It has been my fortune to see the armies of both the West and the East fight battles, and, from what I have seen, I know there is no difi'erence in their fighting qualities. All that it was possible for men to do inbat- tle they have done. The Western armies commenced their battles in the Mississippi Valley, and received their final surrender of the remnant of the principal army op- posed to them in North Carolina. The armies of the East, commenced their battles on the river from which the Army of the Potomac derived its name, and received the final surrender of their old antagonist at Appomattox Court-house, ~Va. The splendid achievements of each have nationalized our victories, removed all sectional jealousies (of which we have unfortunately experienced too much) and the cause of crimination and recrimina- tion that might have followed had either section failed in its duty. All have a proud record, and all sections can well congratulate themselves and each other for hav- ing done their full share in restoring the supremacy of law over every foot of territory belongiilg to the United States. Let them hope for perpetual peace and harmony with that enemy, whose manhood, however mistaken the cause, drew forth such Herculean deeds of valor. PARLTAMENTAEY RULES, FOR THE GOVERNMENT Off PUBLIC ASSEMBLIES. W=' A knowledge of the rules which regulate the forma- tion and order of business in public assemblies, is essen- tial to evef'y well informed citizen. Every citizen is obliged; at some time, to talse part in the primary as- semblies of the people. These are constantly held, not merely foT'political purposes, but for those of business — commercial, literary, benevolent, or religious. In ad- dition to ©bese primary assemblies, there are various and numerolis organized associations, with some one or more of which almost every citizen is oonne'cted. The rules for the Winsaetion of business in the' assemblies, or associations; are substantially the same in all of them, . the most impoJtint of which are substantially as fol- lows : X ~ wji ORGANIZATION. 1. In regularly ovganhed bodies, such as Congress, the State Legislatures, I'eligious, political, or other as- sociations, the Constitution under which they act usually designates the title of their'' presiding officer, defines his duties, and provides for the ni-ode of his appointment. 2. When a, primary assembly of the people, or of any part of them, is called together for any'purpose, the first thing to be done is to choose a presiding offi'cej;^usually designated as Chnirman. "■-,, 3. At the proper time some one rises" and moves that A. B. be appointed Chairman of the meeting. When ,.4ii*iis«is seconded ,//ie j5e?'S07i m.aking the motion puts the question, and Lf it 4e„carried, A. B. takes the chair as presiding officer. 4. Regularly- every -public ^assembly should have a S'^crdary, who is chosen in siieh manner~as the ,ljjo4y" mil J' direct. (371) 372 ■ REBELLION UEGISTER. 5. The assembly may appoint such other officers as is deemed expedient; and on important occasions there are usually appointed several vice-presidents and addi- tional secretaries. 6. In deliberate bodies composed of delegates, it is usual to eifect a primary organization as above ; then appoint a committee on "Permanent Organization," who nominate permanent officers for the assembly; and a committee on ''Credentials," who prepare a list of those entitled to take part in the proceedings. 7. Immediately before or after (usually after) the permanent organization there is appointed committees on Order of Business, Kesolutions, Address, and such others as the case may require. DUTIES OP OFFICERS. 8. The presiding officer opens each sitting of the body by taking the chair and calling the members to order; he announces the business in order; receives all commu- nications, messages, motions, and propositions; puts to vote all questions coming before the body for their de- cision ; and enforces the rules of order. He may read sitting, but should rise to state a motion or put a ques- tion. 9. The Secretary keeps a record of the proceedings of the body; reads all papers as ordered; calls the roll of members and records their votes during a call for the ayes and nays; notifies committees of their appointment, and the business referred to them; and takes charge of all papers and documents belonging to the assembly. 10. The Vice President takes the chair in the absence of the presiding officer, or when he leaves the chair to take part in the proceedings of the meeting. 11. When other officers are chosen their duties are set forth in the resolution appointing them, or in the by-laws of the association. ORDER. 12. In all assemblies any member may at any time rise to a point of order. He must distinctly state his question or objection, which the presiding officer will decide, 13. Any membur dissatisfied with the ruling of the PAELIAMENTARY RULES. 373 chair may appeal to the assembly; and the presiding officer may call upon the house to sustain him in pre- serving order. The decision of the meeting is final. 1-i. Every member must treat every other member with respect and decorum ; and especially must he ac- knowledge the dignity of the body at large, and of the officers thereof. 15. The chairman of aii assembly cannot regularly speak to any thing but a point of order, or a question of fact. 16. In general the chairman has his own vote no more, but in primary meetings he is usually entitled to the casting vote. 17. If two persons rise to speak together, the chair- man determines which shall have precedence; it may, however, be referred to the house. 18. A person speaking cannot regularly mention an- other member of the assembly by name. He must de- scribe him as "The gentleman who has just sat down, " " the gentleman on the other side of the question, etc. 19. When a person rises to speak, he must address the presiding officer, who should call him by name, that the assembly may know who he is. 20. The person speaking should confine himself to the question under debate, and avoid personality. If he transgress the rules of order, he may be called to order by the presiding officer, or any member. 21. No one should be interrupted while speaking, ex- cept he be out of order, or to ask, or to make an expla nation. 22. A speaker may allow others to ask questions or make explanations ; but if he yield the floor, he cannot claim it again as his right, ORDER OF BUSINESS. 23. All business should be presented by a motion— and in writing, if so required — the motion to be made by one member and seconded by another. 24. A question is not to be discussed until it is moved, seconded, and distinoLly stated by the presiding officer. 25. A question before the meeting cannot be with- drawn, except by unanimous consent. 374 KEBELLION KEaiSTEE. 26. A motion should contain but one distinct propo- sitian, or question. If it contains more than one, it may be divided at the request of any member, and the ques- tions acted on separately. 27. A motion before the meeting, must be put to vote, unless withdrawn, laid on the table, or postponed. 28. A motion lost should not be renewed at the same meeting, unless under circumstances of peculiar ne- cessity. 29. While a motion is under debate, no other motion can be allowed, escept ; THE PRIVILEGED QUESTIONS. 1. Toadjourn. 2. To lay on the table. 3. For the previous question. 4. To postpone to a day certain. 5. To commit or amend. 6. To postpone indefinitely. Which several motions shall have precedence in the order in which they are arranged ; and no motion to postpone to a day certain, to commit, or to postpone in- definitely, being decided, shall be again allowed on the same day, and of the same stage of the proposition. 30. Motions to adjourn, to lay s'tm the table, for the previous question,, to commit, and to indefinitely post- pone, are not debatable. But Jwhen they are modified by some condition of time., ^lace, or purpose, they be- come debatable, 'and subiect to the rules of other motions. -' 31. A motion to acZ/owni is always in order, except while the body i^ eogaged in voting, on another ques- tion, or while a member is speaking. . 32. A body may adjourn to specified time. But if no time is mentioned, tiea it is understood to be ad- journed to the time of its next meeting; or if it have no other fixed time for meeting, tho-n. an adjournment without date is equivalent to a^dissolution. -■ 33. If a meeting votes to adjourn at a specified hour, no vote is requisite when that hour arrives. The chair »implyannoiince» that the meeting stands adjourned. 34. By adjournment the condition of things is not PARLtAM«f,T;ABY RULES. 375 elianged; and when the body meet again, every thing is renewed at the point where it was left. 35. Inimedinte and decisive action, on any question, may be deferred by a vote to lay the resolution pendin" onthe. tahle, whence it can be ordered up. when it suits the convenience of the assembly. 36. When any question is' before the House, any mem- ber may move the previous question, which is: ''Shall the main question be now put;" if it pass, then the main question is to be put immediately, without debate or amendment;' but if lost, then the main question is not put, aM the discussion goes on. 37. A postponement to a day certain, is used when a proposition is made which it is proper to act on — but informati^ is wanted, or something more pressing claims present attention. 38. An indefinite postpimeinent is considered equiva- lent to a final dismissal of the- question. 39. The meeting may decide to take up some particu- lar businessXat a sp(Jbified time. That business becomes the order of me day, and when the hour specified ar- rives the chaif-^innounces the order of the day and other business is suspended. 40. Questions Relating to the rights auA privileges oi the meeting, and gf its members, are of primary im- portance, and for the time take precedence of/all other business, and supercede all other motions, except that of adjournment. '4^. TJ^ien a question hak. |)een decided it is in order fp.irany member .who voted with the majority to move at the same or next succeeding sitting of the body for a reconsideration thereof. A question reconsidered is placed again before the body for action. COMMITTEES. 42. All committees shall be appointed by the pre- Bldihg'''b'fiiegr5 unless otherwise directed. If voted for by the body it requires a majority (in the absence of any other rule) of all the v^otes cast to elect. 43. The, fi»i:st o-newKimed in-f&'e appointment of a com- mittee is by cou;-iesy considevcH/'tlfe'Ghifilrthan ;' b»lji(4ilie committee have the right to appoint llieir ovvji chairman. 376 KEBELLION REGISTEK. 44. Any subject in debate, or matter of business, may be referred to a committee, with or without instructions; the committee to report the result of their investigations to the meeting. 45. The report of a committee is accepted by a vote, which simply acknowledges the service of the commitee, and places their report before the meeting for its action. Afterwards, any distinct proposition or recommenda- tion contained in the report, is separately acted on, and may be adopted or rejected. 46. A majority of a committee constitutes a quorum for business, who may meet where they please, but they cannot act except when together; and nothing can be the report of the committee except what is agreed upon in committee. AMENDMENTS. 47. Amendments may be made to motions by omit- ting, adding or substituting, words or sentences, and amendments to amendments, are in order. 48. The amendment should be discussed and voted on first, and then the original resolution, as amended. 49. No amendment should be made, which essentially changes the nature or design of the original resolution. 50. But a substitute may be offered for any motion or amendment under debate, which may or may not change the design of the motion. 51. It is in order to move an amendment to strike out certain words and insert others; — this being rejected, it is in order to move to strike out, and insert a different set of words; this being rejected, it is in order to move to strike out the same words, and insert nothing; be- cause each of these is a distinct proposition diifering from the others. But it must be recollected, that it is not in order, if the motion to strike out and insert A. is carried, to move an amendment to strike out A. and inn^rt B. To avoid this dilemma, the mover of B. must gice notice, pending the motion to insert A., that he intends to move the insertion of B., in which case, he will gain the votes of all who prefer the amendment B. to the amendment A., in opposition to A. But, after A. is in- serted, it is in order to move an amendment hv striking out the whole, or part of the nrigiiud )>a,-a^irnpli. in- PARLIAMENTAllY RULES. 377 eluding A. ; for this is essentially a different proposition from that to strike out A. merely. QUORUM. 52. In every constitutionally organized body, there must be some number fixed, which are sufficient to do business. This number is called a qitoncm, and is usually designated in the Constitution under which the body acts. Sometimes a quorum consists of a definite number of members; sometimes of two-thirds of all the members; but usually, as in Congress, of a majority of the members. 53. When a quorum is necessary to do business, in general, the chair should not be taken by the presiding officer till that quorum is present. And whenever, in the progress of business, it is observed that a quorum is not present, any member, may call for a count of the House; and a quorum being found wanting, business must be. suspended. 54. In primary assemblies of the people, there is, of course, no number requisite to constitute a quorum, and it frequently happens that a very small number of per- sons act for a large community. MISCELLANEOUS. 55. The question is first put on the affirmative, and then on the negative side ; till which, it is not a full question; but in the cases of small matters, such as re- ceiving reports, petitions, reading papers, etc., the pre- siding officer may presume consent unless some objec- tion be formally made; which saves the time of taking votes on matters of mere routine. 56. In putting a question the presiding officer de- clares whether the yeas or nays have it by the sound, if he be himself satisfied; if he be not satisfied, or if any member express dissatisfaction, the body is divided, usually by rising. The ayes first rise, and are counted standing in their places, by the chair or by tellers, as the case may be, then they sit; and the noes ries, and are counted in the same manner. 57. If the result be a tie (unless the chair give the casting vote, or if his vote makes the tie) the motion rs lost. 378 IlBliELLION KEGISTJill. 58. A miiiaka in the announcement of a vote may be rectified after the result is announced. 59. There is precedent that a member may change his vote if it be done before any other business is taken up. 60. Where different numbers are suggested for filling blanks, the highest number, greatest distance, and longest time, are usually voted on first. 61. A rule of order may be suspended by a vote of the meeting, to allow of transacting business which could not otherwise be done. 62. The- chair has a right to name any one to act for him, but this substitution does not extend beyond the first adjournment. I isr D E X . 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