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Baptists and the American Civil War: December 4, 1865

Today in the District of Columbia the 39th Congress convenes. The big question looming over all others is that of what to do about the Southern states who, although defeated in the recent war, seem determined to defy the Union by continuing their oppression and violence against against former slaves. Republicans, the party of Lincoln…

December 4, 2015 in Archive: This Day in Civil War History.
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Baptists and the American Civil War: October 13, 1865

Today’s New York Times offers glimpses into post-war realities, including news about colored troops, Baptists and a possible attempt on the life of United States President Andrew Johnson. “We print this morning an important order by the Lieutenant-General, which will very speedily muster out of service nearly all the volunteer army. He has assigned the…

October 13, 2015 in Archive: This Day in Civil War History.

Baptists and the American Civil War: September 5, 1865

In South Carolina’s Low Country, former wealthy plantation owners seek re-possession of the lands and homes they abandoned during the war. Among those trying to regain their property are many of the richest Americans prior to the war, their wealth bound up in hundreds or thousands of slaves and massive land holdings. During the war…

September 5, 2015 in Archive: This Day in Civil War History.

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