Our Army
Summary
An update on the Second and Fifth Corps, Army of the Potomac, which are assembling at Bailey's Cross Roads near Alexandria, VA. The 9th Corps is already there. Sherman's men will soon be arriving, led by his cavalry. Also arriving will be the Army of Georgia. The people of Virginia have treated the troops well and the troops have refrained from the foraging which usually occurs during the movements of large bodies of troops. The date for a grand review has not been set, but there will be 4 complete armies including 7 corps of infantry, one of cavalry and a full complement of artillery.
Article Source
Newspaper: The Frederick Examiner
Publication Date: May 17th, 1865
Page/Column: 2A
Town: Frederick, MD
County: Frederick
Subjects
- Aftermath of War / Reconstruction
- Battles / Military
