Attempt to Burn a Bridge
Summary
A group of VA secessionists attempted to burn the railroad bridge at Monocacy Junction but only damaged it. A strong detachment of the Independent Riflemen of Frederick was sent to protect the bridge. There were also attempts to damage culverts near the Monocacy Bridge.
Article Source
Newspaper: The Valley Register
Publication Date: May 17th, 1861
Page/Column: 2C
Town: Middletown, MD
County: Frederick
Subjects
- Battles / Military
