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Adair & Smith (1861-1864) Southern confederacy. [Vol. 2, no. 158 (August 20, 1862)]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05959.09.065 Author/Creator: Adair & Smith (1861-1864) Place Written: Atlanta, Georgia. Type: Newspaper Date: 20 August 1862 Pagination: 4 p. ; 56.1 x 40.7 cm. Order a Copy

Prints various articles, including "The Affair at Murfreesboro" regarding General T. T. Crittenden's capture, and "Secretary Seward on the Object of the War". Includes new conscription orders, troop movements and battle reports, advertisements, and local news.

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