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Heros von Borcke, Memoirs of the Confederate War for Independence, Chapter 1: (search)
Chapter 1: Voyage, and arrival in the States On the 29th day of April 1862, I embarked at Queenstown on board the fine new steamer Hero, a vessel which had been built for running the blockade into the ports of the Confederate States of America, and was soon upon the bright waters of the Channel, bound for the theatre of war in the New World. Several most agreeable companions shared with me the accommodations of the steamer, and with smooth seas and pleasant skies we made a delightful voyage of twenty days to Nassau, unattended by any other than the ordinary incidents of the ocean transit. Off the Spanish coast we skirted a heavy gale; but as we proceeded from high to low latitudes the weather became every day more and more charming, until we ran upon an even keel into the blue phosphorescent seas that lave the coral reefs of the Bahamas. Here we met with an interruption which seemed likely for a time to terminate my American adventures, if I may be allowed the Hibern
Benson J. Lossing, Pictorial Field Book of the Civil War. Volume 2., Chapter 11: operations in Southern Tennessee and Northern Mississippi and Alabama. (search)
catur and Tuscumbia. Accordingly, when Colonel Turchin was driven from the latter place, Colonel Sill, at Stevenson, was ordered to Bridgeport, in the direction of Chattanooga, at which point a fine railway bridge crossed the Tennessee River. When Turchin fled from Decatur, he was ordered to the support of Sill. Lytle's brigade of Ohioans joined that leader on the 28th, between Stevenson and Bridgeport, and, four miles from the latter place, a severe skirmish occurred the next day. April 29, 1862. Mitchel, on hearing of the danger to his left, had hastened thither to take command in person. The skirmish resulted favorably to the Nationals. The Confederates were driven beyond the Tennessee, at Bridgeport, with a loss of sixty-three killed, many wounded, and two pieces of cannon. They attempted to destroy the great bridge The river is there divided by an island, and the bridge was a long and important one, as it continued at a considerable elevation over the island. there, bu
Benson J. Lossing, Pictorial Field Book of the Civil War. Volume 2., Chapter 13: the capture of New Orleans. (search)
s turned his attention to getting the wounded and crew out of the vessel. Just then, the Oneida, Captain Lee, came to the rescue of the Varuna, but Boggs waved him on after the Moore, which was then in flames. The latter was surrendered to the Oneida by her second officer. She had lost fifty of her men, killed and maimed; and Kennon, her commander, had set her on fire and fled, leaving his wounded to the cruelty of the flames. Report of Captain Charles Boggs to Commodore Farragut, April 29th, 1862. In his report, Captain Boggs warmly commended a powder-boy named Oscar Peck, only thirteen years of age, whose coolness and bravery were remarkable. Seeing him pass quickly, Boggs inquired where he was going in such a hurry. To get a passing-box, Sir, he replied: the other was smashed by a ball. When the Varuna went down, the boy was missed. He had stood by one of the guns, and had been cast into the water. In a few minutes he was seen swimming toward the wreck. When he got on t
Admiral David D. Porter, The Naval History of the Civil War., Chapter 19: battle of the forts and capture of New Orleans. (search)
surrender of New Orleans. United States Flag-Ship Hartford, at anchor off New Orleans, April 29, 1862. Sir — I am happy to announce to you that our flag waves over both Forts Jackson and St. New Orleans. United States Flag-Ship Hartford, At Anchor Off The City of New Orleans, April 29, 1862. Sir — The forts St. Philip and Jackson having surrendered, and all the military defencesmanding First Division of Gun-boats. United States Steamer Brooklyn, Off New Orleans, April 29, 1862. Sir — I have the honor to report that, after passing the batteries with the steamer Varu, United States gun-boat Kennebec. United States Gun-Boat Kennebec, Mississippi River, April 29, 1862. Sir — On the morning of the 24th instant, during the engagement, this vessel became entan Welles, Secretary of the Navy, Washington, D. C. United States Steamer Harriet Lane, April 29, 1862. Sir — The morning after the ships passed the forts I sent a demand to Colonel Higgins
Admiral David D. Porter, The Naval History of the Civil War., Chapter 59: (search)
ec. 1, 1863 Restless, Onward. Brig Falcon 3,655 93 1,263 29 2,392 64 do Jan. 2, 1863 South Carolina. Schooner Florida 1,865 00 1,106 76 758 24 do Nov. 20, 1863 Matthew Vassar. Schooner Fairwind 2,250 00 900 93 1,349 07 Philadelphia May 19, 1863 Quaker City. Schooner Fairplay 2,208 55 1,392 02 816 53 do Oct. 19, 1863 Gem of the Sea. Schooner Fannie Laurie. 15,627 77 2,491 26 13,136 51 do Mar. 17, 1864 Shephe<*>d Knapp. Schooner F. J. Capron 910 00 181 74 728 26 Washington April 29, 1862 Freeborn. Sloop Flying Cloud. 225 00 126 48 98 52 do Jan. 11, 1864 Anacostia, Primrose. Schooner Fashion 231 88 138 23 93 65 Key West Nov. 26, 1862 Fthan Allen. Schooner Frances. 1,208 48 374 56 833 92 do Oct. 15, 1863 Sagamore. Sloop Flying Fish 627 50 222 55 404 95 do Oct. 21, 1863 Magnolia. Schooner Fannie Lee 19,940 54 Liberated, $4,213.22.4,213 22 13,541 88 Philadelphia Feb. 18, 1864 St. Lawrence. 2,185 44 Sloop Florida 1,115 59 172 86 942 73 Key West Mar. 1
Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies, Chapter XXII: Operations in Kentucky, Tennessee, North Mississippi, North Alabama, and Southwest Virginia. March 4-June 10, 1862. (ed. Lieut. Col. Robert N. Scott), March 28-June 18, 1862.-Cumberland Gap (Tenn.) campaign. (search)
March 28-June 18, 1862.-Cumberland Gap (Tenn.) campaign. Events. Mar. 28, 1862.-Brig. Gen. George W. Morgan, U. S. Army, assigned to command of Seventh Division, Army of the Ohio, and ordered to operate against Cumberland Gsp. April 29, 1862.-skirmish near Cumberland Gap. June 10, 1862.-skirmish at Wilson's Gap.-skirmish at Rogers' Gap. June 11-12, 1862.-skirmishes in Big Creek Gap June 15, 1862.-action at Big Creek Gap. June 18, 1862.-skirmish at Wilson's Gap.--Cumberland Gap occupied by Union forces. Reports, etc. No. 1.-Maj. Gen. Don Carlos Buell, U. S. Army, with dispatches relating to Brigadier-General Morgan's report. No. 2.-Brig. Gen. George W. Morgan, U. S. Army, commanding Seventh Division, Army of the Ohio. No. 3.-Capt. Jacob T. Foster, First Wisconsin Battery, Chief of Artillery of operations June 6-18. No. 4.-Brig. Gen. Samuel P. Carter, U. S. Army, commanding Twenty-fourth Brigade, Army of the Ohio, of operations June 8-16. No. 5.-Brig. Gen.
Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies, Chapter XXII: Operations in Kentucky, Tennessee, North Mississippi, North Alabama, and Southwest Virginia. March 4-June 10, 1862. (ed. Lieut. Col. Robert N. Scott), April 26-29, 1862.-scout on Forked Deer River, Tenn. (search)
April 26-29, 1862.-scout on Forked Deer River, Tenn. Report of Capt. J. G. Ballentine, C. S. Army. Cavalry camp, near Ripley, Tenn., April 29, 1862. Sir: After returning to camp from a four days scout on the Forked Deer River I have the honor to submit the following report: According to orders received I proceeded by the most direct route to Key Corner, a small village situated on the banks of Forked Deer River, in Lauderdale County, State of Tennessee, distant from the MississiApril 29, 1862. Sir: After returning to camp from a four days scout on the Forked Deer River I have the honor to submit the following report: According to orders received I proceeded by the most direct route to Key Corner, a small village situated on the banks of Forked Deer River, in Lauderdale County, State of Tennessee, distant from the Mississippi River about 15 miles, the road from this place (Ripley) being one of the finest natural roads I know of in this portion of the State, and at the present time in fine condition for the passing of any and all kinds of vehicles; the country slightly broken, plenty of water, and settled by small planters-forage and provisions of all kinds being scarce and difficult to obtain. After passing the junction of the Ashport and Key Corner roads, I found small quantities of cotton, from 10 to 30 bags;
Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies, Chapter XXII: Operations in Kentucky, Tennessee, North Mississippi, North Alabama, and Southwest Virginia. March 4-June 10, 1862. (ed. Lieut. Col. Robert N. Scott), April 29, 1862.-action at West Bridge, near Bridgeport, Ala. (search)
April 29, 1862.-action at West Bridge, near Bridgeport, Ala. Reports, etc. No. 1.-Maj. Gen. Ormsby M. Mitchel, U. S. Army. No. 2.-Brig. Gen. Danville Leadbetter, C. S. Army, with instructions from Maj. Gen. E. Kirby Smith. No. 1.-report of Maj. Gen. Ormsby M. Mitohel, U. S. Army. headquarters Ninth Brigade, Stevenson, Ala., April 29, 1862. The expedition ordered against Bridgeport, consisting of two companies of cavalry, two pieces of artillery and six regiments of infantry, reached Stevenson on Monday [28th]. On that night the wires were cut and one of our bridges on the road attacked by quite a large force, and a conflict ensued ructed, and trains are now passing over it. E. Kirby Smith, Major-General, Commanding. headquarters Department of East Tennessee, Knoxville, Tenn., April 29, 1862. Be sure that you blow up or effectively burn the bridge before the enemy get to it. The farther side should be burnt by all means. H. L. Clay, Assist
Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies, Chapter XXII: Operations in Kentucky, Tennessee, North Mississippi, North Alabama, and Southwest Virginia. March 4-June 10, 1862. (ed. Lieut. Col. Robert N. Scott), April 29-June 10, 1862.-advance upon and siege of Corinth, and pursuit of the Confederate forces to Guntown, Miss. (search)
epartment of the Mississippi, covering operations from April 29 to June 9, with communications from the President and Secretary of War. Pittsbubg, Tenn., April 29, 1862. The heavy rains have caused another flood. Last night several of our bridges were carried away and roads rendered impassable. It is now very difficulorinth Road, April 30, 1862. I have the honor to report that in the attack made by Colonel Elliott, Second Iowa Cavalry, upon the enemy's camp at Monterey, April 29, 1862, I was detached by Lieutenant-Colonel Hatch, Second Iowa Cavalry, and ordered to cut off his (the enemy's) retreat, if possible. After moving for a half milsissippi. No. 43.-report of Brig. Gen. Patton Anderson, C. S. Army, of skirmish at Monterey, Tenn., April 29. Adkins' house, on Monterey road, Tenn., April 29, 1862-12.45 p. m. Major: A few minutes after my last note was written the cavalry which had been left at Monterey came dashing through my lines a little beyond t
Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies, Chapter XXII: Operations in Kentucky, Tennessee, North Mississippi, North Alabama, and Southwest Virginia. March 4-June 10, 1862., Part II: Correspondence, Orders, and Returns. (ed. Lieut. Col. Robert N. Scott), Confederate correspondence, Etc. (search)
West, Maj. Gen. Earl Van Dorn commanding, April 29, 1862. as announced in General orders, no. 17s Army of the Mississippi, Corinth, Miss., April 29, 1862. The commander of the forces [desires ys Army of the Mississippi, Corinth, Miss., April 29, 1862. Maj. Gen. Leonidas Polk, Commanding Firstommanding. Brigade headquarters, Bethel, April 29, 1862--10 a. m. Major-General Polk, Commanding A Commanding. [Inclosures.]Camp Herndon, April 29, 1862. General Maxey: General: A picket has js Army of the Mississippi, Corinth, Miss., April 29, 1862. Brigadier-General Maxey, Commanding at Beest route west of the railroad. Corinth, April 29, 1862. Maj. Gen. Earl Van Dorn: Movements of quarters Army of the West, Memphis, Tenn., April 29, 1862. C. F. Jackson, Governor of Missouri: s Army of the Mississippi, Corinth, Miss., April 29, 1862. Col. Thomas Claiborne: Colonel: The cowing telegram from Colonel Northrop, dated April 29, 1862: By order of the Secretary of War, the[2 more...]
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