How the national capital was saved
A Civil War account describes General Grant moving Sixth Corps divisions to Washington after an attempted Confederate assault led by General Early near Fort Stevens. Lincoln welcomed arriving bluecoats as defenders, while Johnson’s cavalry caused raids around Baltimore and independent actions toward Point Lookout, delaying a direct attack on the capital.
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Lincoln at Fort Stevens How Lincoln faced Confederate fire
The article recounts President Lincoln observing the Fort Stevens battle as Union troops under General Wright and Colonel Bidwell pushed back Confederate skirmishers. It notes near misses and Lincoln's calm yet wary presence, Holmes urging Lincoln to duck, and the broader context of the Washington defense and the looming Confederate retreat.
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Rare Civil War photograph of General Horatio G Wright and staff
A scarce photo shows Major General Horatio G Wright commander of the Sixth Corps seated fourth from the right near Fort Stevens. The image captures staff members around the time of Jubal Earlys Raid, Wright wearing heavy boots and a sash.
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