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J.A. Cowardin & Co., (publishers), fl. 1853-1880 Daily dispatch. [Vol. 25, no. 28 (August 1, 1863)]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05959.56.123 Author/Creator: J.A. Cowardin & Co., (publishers), fl. 1853-1880 Place Written: Richmond, Virginia Type: Newspaper Date: 1 August 1863 Pagination: 2 p. ; 58.5 x 43 cm Order a Copy

Resume of the Pennsylvania Campaign, frankly written, and containing facts not ever before published, Experience of a scout going into and coming out of Vicksburg, Confederate victory in Louisiana, won by General Dick Taylor, Aug. 1, Particulars of the fight at Manassas Gap.

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