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The Theatre of War!

Summary

The Confederates appear to be ready to provoke a war in Maryland by concentrating large numbers of troops along the Maryland-Virginia border. Navigation on the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal is suspended due to the presence of hostile troops. Alexander Dent had to obtain a permit to move his family to Montgomery County on the canal. A list of those whose homes were searched for arms by Virginia troops is included.


Article Source

Newspaper: The Herald of Freedom & Torch Light

Publication Date: May 22nd, 1861

Page/Column: 2A

Town: Hagerstown, MD

County: Washington

Subjects

  • Home Front / Effects of War

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