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Jacob Dolson Cox was born in Montreal, Canada, on October 27, 1828. Before the war, he moved to Ohio and enrolled at Oberlin. Cox served as a brigadier general in the U.S. volunteer army during the Civil War and went on to be elected as the 28th Governor of Ohio.

Rose Hill Plantation, nestled in Bluffton, South Carolina, stands as a testament to the region's rich history and haunting tales. Built in 1858 for Dr. John Kirk and his wife Caroline, the house's construction was halted by the Civil War and only completed decades later​​. Originally a 1880-acre property gifted to Caroline Kirk as a wedding present in 1838, it thrived on the labor of enslaved people, cultivating cotton, rice, and indigo​​. During the Civil War, the Kirk family fled to nearby Grahamville as Union troops camped on the grounds, leaving a lasting impression evident in the etchings on a mirror and artifacts found later​​.

August Valentine Kautz was a German immigrant who is known for leading U.S. cavalry forces in pursuit of John Hunt Morgan in 1863, carrying out a raid in eastern Virginia in 1864, and serving on the military commission that tried the accused conspirators in the Assassination of President Abraham Lincoln.

Don Carlos Buell was an Ohio native who rose to the rank of General in the Union Army during the Civil War. He is most famous for helping turn the tide in favor of U.S. forces at the Battle of Shiloh (April 6–7, 1862), and being relieved of command by President Abraham Lincoln after failing to pursue the Confederate Army after the Battle of Perryville (October 8, 1862).

In the annals of American history, few chapters are as riveting and consequential as the saga of the Missouri Compromise. Born out of the contentious dance between slavery and freedom, this landmark agreement, inked in 1820, sought to maintain equilibrium in the delicate balance of power between the North and the South. Let's embark on a journey back in time to explore the intricacies of this pivotal moment and its enduring impact on the United States.

In 1864, Americans celebrated the first officially designated Thanksgiving as we know it today, on the fourth Thursday of November. President Lincoln had proclaimed the holiday as a means of national healing, though on that very date [24 November 1864], General William T. Sherman and his forces entered Washington County as they pushed toward Savannah. Two days later, the troops made camp in a meadow across from this house, then known as Woodland Terrace. General Sherman is said to have chosen the house for his temporary headquarters for its large size and the view of Sandersville it afforded from its elevation.

During the Civil War era, Johnny cakes emerged as a staple food item that mirrored the simplicity and practicality of hardtack, providing sustenance to soldiers and civilians alike. These humble yet nourishing cakes were not only a testament to the resourcefulness of the time but also bore the moniker "journey cakes" due to their suitability for long journeys and travel.

In the sweltering September of 1862, the town of Washington, North Carolina, became an emblem of resistance and fortitude as Confederate forces launched a determined yet ultimately futile attempt to reclaim it. This piece of American history, often overshadowed by larger battles in the Civil War, reveals the intensity and complexity of the smaller skirmishes that shaped the nation's tumultuous past.

In the sultry days of late August 1861, a crucial confrontation unfolded on Hatteras Island, North Carolina, marking a pivotal moment in the American Civil War. This clash, known as the Battle of Forts Clark and Hatteras, would emerge as the first significant Union victory of the war, setting the stage for further advances into Confederate territory.

The morning of November 3, 1863 found the 23rd and 96th Wisconsin Infantry Regiment encamped along Bayou Bourbeux in Louisiana. Colonel Guppy ordered his men to prepare dinner as the clock struck half past eleven.

The Battle of Fort Sumter stands as one of the most significant events in American history. It marked the ignition point of the Civil War, a conflict that would go on to define a nation and its values. As we delve into the history of this momentous event, it's essential to grasp the complexities and the human stories that were part of this pivotal episode.

On March 14, 1862, the quiet town of New Bern in North Carolina became the epicenter of a significant clash between the Union and Confederate forces. Known as the Battle of New Bern, this confrontation played a crucial role in determining the course of the Civil War in the region.

Jacob Miller lived with an open wound for 54 years. The Battle of Chickamauga was the most profound Union defeat of the Civil War and had the second-highest number of casualties after the Battle of Gettysburg. Jacob Miller was thought to be one of them and was left lying on the battlefield by his unit, a sacrifice to the cause.

Joseph Bailey was an Ohio native who rose to the rank of General in the Union Army during the Civil War. He is most well-known for his role in the Red River Campaign of 1864, where he designed Bailey's Bridge, helping save a fleet of Union gunboats. For that, he earned the nickname, "Hero of the Red River."

The Half Way House in Chesterfield County is part of American history. Today, it is one of the most unique dining experiences in Virginia with a very interesting background. The name is derived from its location which is halfway between Richmond and Petersburg.

Yes, Union troops are due in Beaufort next month. Well. that may have been a headline back in 1861, but in 2023, it's the annual Living History Encampment at the Beaufort Arsenal hosted by the Beaufort History Museum that is bringing the Union soldiers into town.

Confederate monuments are being removed all over the Commonwealthbut the Civil War happened and can't be erased.There are some Virginians whose service to the Confederacy has them hailed as heroes while not everyone agrees they should be saluted. On is Sally Louisa Tompkins who was known as the "Angel of the Confederacy".

The W&A (Western and Atlantic) Railroad Depot was built by the state of Georgia from 1848 to 1850 as a part of the state-owned Western and Atlantic Railroad. With all this being said, it is one of the oldest depots in the state!