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Hanleiter & Adair (publishers), fl. 1861-1865 Southern confederacy. [Vol. 2, no. 159 (August 21, 1862)]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05959.09.066 Author/Creator: Hanleiter & Adair (publishers), fl. 1861-1865 Place Written: Atlanta, Georgia Type: Newspaper Date: 21 August 1862 Pagination: 4 p. ; 54 x 38 cm. Order a Copy

Prints an article titled "Special Correspondence of the Southern Confederacy from Stonewall Jackson's Command: Battle of Cedar Run," caption reads "the hardships of the 14th Georgia -- Its proudest day -- Preparations for battle -- Almost a panic -- Gallant conduct of Col. Folson -- Charge and repulse of the Yankee cavalry -- The heroism of the 25th, 25th, and 40th -- Col. Thomas promoted -- Strength and losses of each side, &c." Includes new conscription orders, troop movements and battle reports, advertisements, and local news.

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