Bloody Port Gibson clash reports Confederate retreat and Union victory
In May 1863 near Port Gibson, Union forces under General Grant engaged the Confederate defense along hills and ravines. The fighting ended with a Union advance to Port Gibson, heavy casualties on both sides, and about 500 prisoners captured. General Grant and General McClernand directed the assault, with Benton and Stevenson praised for swift actions.
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Guiney Replies to Critics in Civil War Letter
Col. Guiney of the 9th Massachusetts Vols writes from Camp near Falmouth Va on May 8 1863 defending army discipline and denouncing critics in the Boston Post and Pilot. He says the regiment is a triumph born of duty and patriotism, condemns anonymous slander, and lauds official history over mob sentiment.
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