15 Sep 1897
Page 1
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Newspaper
Anderson Intelligencer
Location
Anderson, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1897
Page
1
A long, disjointed historical reminiscence recounts Civil War camp life, slave narratives, brigade actions, and postwar reflections. It includes vivid scenes of fights, captures, and endurance, plus later letters about civilian harm, contraband, and veteran perspectives on Reconstruction era events.
The narrative recalls a dawn battle near Burgess Mill with Lee’s cavalry on the right wing and Grant’s plan to cross the South Side Railroad. Gen Butler and his brigades held, while Butler’s decisive defense, brutal close fighting, and surgeon Dr Taylor’s gallantry marked a memorable day amid heavy casualties and retreat.
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