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Wirz Case Recalled From Washington to Berlin
The document chronicles Wirz as a prisoner and the controversy over his execution and testaments. It cites Secretary Harlan dismissing a key witness eleven days after Wirz’s execution and argues about military commissions and accountability for Andersonville deaths. It includes letters from Louis Schade and Jefferson Davis, plus a plea from Wirz for mercy or liberty and Gen. Taylor’s remarks on Wirz’s conduct.
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Andersonville
Wirz
South
Capitol
Sheridan
Shenandoah Valley
Congress
Louis Schade
Thave
Jefferson Davis