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Life of Chaplain McCabe the Beloved Civil War Figure
The Rev Charles Cardwell McCabe widely known as Chaplain McCabe shaped a life of service from the Civil War front to church leadership. A beloved preacher, fundraiser, and inspirational speaker, he aided wounded soldiers in Libby Prison and later raised funds to liberate churches from debt. His Telegram inspiring two churches per day sparked a national song and memory of his unique blend of piety and practicality. He died in New York on December 19 1906 after a long public career praised by Bishop Earl Cranston.
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Charles Cardwell McCabe
Methodist Episcopal Church
Bristol
Chaplain McCabe
McCabe
122D
Ohio Regiment
Libby
J. B. Gordon
Early
Richmond
Toichmond
Harper's Ferry
Beaudry
Church Extension Society
Missionary Society
Freethinkers’ Convention
Ingersoll
Robert
Jesus
New York
Earl Cranston