Civil War Notes

In the peace of Antietam National Cemetery, National Park Services

Gordon Thorsby

May 5, 20224 min read

James Merrifield, Cited Twice for Bravery, One Medal of Honor

by Gordon Thorsby The Field of Franklin James K Merrifield says he was eighteen when he enlisted on 8 August, 1862 in Co. D of the 88th...

Gordon Thorsby

Mar 29, 20222 min read

What One Private Observed Entering the Town of Franklin

by Gordon Thorsby Ferguson’s Artillery was advancing toward Nashville but it was constantly in a state of “catch up" as the Army of...

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