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Civil War | Article

10 Facts: Richmond, Virginia

Settled by Native Americans, burned by the British, defended by Patriots, targeted by Civil War armies, and scene of struggles for African-American...

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The "Detroit Light Guard:" 1225th Support Battalion

The 1225th Support Battalion has served the city of Detroit since before Michigan was a state. Formed in 1830-1 as the Detroit City Guard, the unit...

Civil War | Article

The 5th US Cavalry at Gaines's Mill

By Daniel T. Davis Lines of infantry in gray and butternut doggedly advanced across the stream. “Our men, full of confidence, rush with irresistible...

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The "Old Guard:" 3d U.S. Infantry

The 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment or "Old Guard" is the oldest regiment in the Regular United States Army. Today, it is best-known for its ceremonial...

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The 16th Infantry Regiment, United States Army

In the Wheatfield at Gettysburg, Omaha Beach at Normandy, Ramadi and Fallujah in Iraq and a host of deadly places in between, the 16th Infantry...

Civil War | Article

Seven Days in History

Learn more about the Seven Days Battles in June and July of 1862 from historian Gary Gallagher.

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Balloons in the Civil War

Whimsical. Colorful. Recreational. Quaint. If you've only encountered balloons in modern contexts, you may struggle to imagine one striking fear in a...

This is a close-up image of a Confederate States of America bill.

Civil War | Primary Source

Robert E. Lee's Report on the Seven Days' Battles

Robert E. Lee's report from the Official Records, Dated March 6, 1863, concerning the Seven Days' Battles during the Peninsular Campaign

Civil War | Article

Civil War Ballooning During the Seven Days Campaign

Learn more about the important role that balloons played during the Seven Days Campaign outside of Richmond in the summer of 1862. Learn more about...