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Wisconsin Heroism Remembered at Delafield Memorial Day
The article honors William Barker Cushing and Cushings, Wisconsin natives who led daring Civil War feats. It describes Cushing’s audacious river torpedo mission against a Confederate ram, his fearless leadership, and ultimate sacrifice. Memorial Day ceremonies at Delafield drew a large crowd with Military cadets, bands, boy scouts, veterans, and dignitaries including President James E B McKenzie and Hon. Bal Cooper.
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Sburz Alonzo
Pickett
Gettysburg
Wisconsin
William Barker Cushing
New York
Roanoke
Confedracy
Tronglad
Cushing
James EB. McKenzie
Historical Society
Bal. Cooper
Washington D. C
Empress
Francis EB. McGovern
Republic