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Lincoln and His Boys at the White House and in Virginia
A reminiscence recalls the band of soldiers at the White House in friendly days, Ellsworth’s military fame, and Lincoln’s touching farewell. The tale covers their march to Virginia, discipline, shortages, and the president’s fatherly parting words, with a vivid anecdote of soldiers bartering for food and Lincoln sharing a humble meal before war’s grim trials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
White House
Old
Virginia
Ellsworth
Lincoln
Chicago
Mous Company
Europe
Ellsworth Down
Washington
Alexandria
Bull Run
Grant
Lee
Abe
U. S
Secessh
B. C
Uncle Abe