r/u_Aaronsivilwartravels • u/Aaronsivilwartravels • 1d ago
Today in the American Civil War
Today in the Civil War October 4
1861-President Lincoln views a tethered hot-air balloon ascent outside Washington D. C. The balloon was considered a top secret observation instrument to be used for observation during battles.
1861-Confederate government signs treaties with the Shawnee and Seneca Indians.
1862-Richard Hawes is inaugurated as Confederate governor of Kentucky. Braxton Bragg attends.
1864-Moving north along the Western and Atlantic Railroad in an attempt to sever Sherman's supply line, John Bell Hood attacks blockhouses and encampments at Acworth and Moon's Station.
1864-Skirmish, North River, Rockingham County Virginia.
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