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“The ration is complained of as being scant”

Feb. 27, 1865, is the last extant inspector’s reportĀ for the 13th Regiment and its brigade by the Army of Northern Virginia. “The command is very well supplied with clothing. The arms and accoutrements are kept in excellent order. The ration … Continue reading

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The Journey: Destination Ringgold, Georgia

Spartan Band diarist William H. Hill recorded that the 13th Regiment and the rest of Humphreys’ Brigade left Columbia, South Carolina at 8 a.m. on Sept. 15, 1863. They traveled 130 miles, crossing the Savannah River and arrived at Augusta, … Continue reading

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