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Southern Historical Society Papers, Volume 19. (ed. Reverend J. William Jones), chapter 1.15 (search)
Battle at Reams' Station. Extract from the Memorial Address delivered May 10, 1890, at Wilmington, N. C., by Hon. Charles M. Stedman. But I must pass over many fields that I may mention Reams' Station, which I am asked to notice somewhat fully. This engagement was fought on the 25th of August, 1864. Upon the investment of Petersburg, the possession of the Weldon road became of manifest importance, as it was Lee's main line of communication with the South, whence he drew his men and supplies. On the 18th of August, 1864, General G. K. Warren, with the Fifth corps of Grant's Army and Kautz's division of cavalry, occupied the line of the Weldon road at a point six miles from Petersburg. An attempt was made to dislodge them from this position on the 21st, but the effort failed. Emboldened by Warren's success, Hancock was ordered from Deep Bottom to Reams' Station, ten miles from Petersburg. He arrived there on the 22d, and promptly commenced the destruction of the railroad tr
Southern Historical Society Papers, Volume 19. (ed. Reverend J. William Jones), The old Texas brigade, [from the Richmond times, September 22, 1891.] (search)
one to their heroism erected in the Wilderness—their devotion to General Lee. On May 6, 1864, the advanced forces of the Army of Northern fighting in the battle of the Wilderness. Heroism and devotion to Lee. In commemoration of their heroism and devotion to General Lee shGeneral Lee shown by the Texas brigade this stone was erected. The scene, the memory of which we would thus perpetuate, is graphically described by Rev. Je field, headed by the Texas brigade, led by the gallant Gregg. General Lee rode to meet them, and was advancing as their leader in the charge. The soldiers perceiving this shouted: Go back, General Lee. Do go back. General Lee to the rear! A ragged veteran stepped from the raGeneral Lee to the rear! A ragged veteran stepped from the ranks and seized his bridle-rein. The command refused to advance until their beloved chieftain had retired. Then those gallant Texans nobly ry of that fearless and devoted band, who attested their love for General Lee and their country. Their remains were removed and now sleep in
Southern Historical Society Papers, Volume 19. (ed. Reverend J. William Jones), chapter 1.28 (search)
laced, and that it would consequently be next to if not quite impossible for General Lee to hold his pesition in front of Richmond but a short time after such comple correct view of the situation at the time I refer you to an order issued by General Lee almost immediately after this fight for the impressment and use of an extra ntly, and in recognition of which I especially mentioned him in my report to General Lee of the engagement, causing him to give Colonel Coleman due consideration in shington he came to see me in Baltimore. Knowing, as he did, my report to General Lee, and General Lee's complimentary reply to me and my command for the dispositGeneral Lee's complimentary reply to me and my command for the disposition of forces and the determination with which we made this fight, Colonel Coleman could not have been my friend and written the friendly letter he did, had he belieuently exposed to the severest fire of the enemy in doing so. Report to General Lee. headquarters army of Northern Virginia, 16th July, 1864. Captain B.
Southern Historical Society Papers, Volume 19. (ed. Reverend J. William Jones), The Valley after Kernstown. (search)
2.—Send four pieces of artillery with every thousand infantry. T. J. Jackson, Major General. Major: Please forward the above by telegraph. I hope to get you a colonelcy. Yours truly, T. J. Jackson. The above telegram was one to General Lee, saying he need not send transportation with the troops or horses for the artillery, as they could be supplied by me at Staunton. A. W. H. An offer of promotion. Brown's Gap, June 11, 1862. Major: Your letter of this date has beengs Divison. near Mount Meridian, June 15, 1862. General W. H. C. Whiting, Mechum's River Depot: Halt your advance at such point as you may desire until you get your division together. T. J. Jackson, Major-General. A telegram to General Lee. near Mount Meridian, June 15, 1862. General R. E. Lee, Richmond: The reinforcements are ordered, as authorized by your telegram of yesterday. T. J. Jackson, Major-General. Please have good encampments selected for the troops,
Southern Historical Society Papers, Volume 19. (ed. Reverend J. William Jones), On the eve of Chancellorsville. (search)
On the eve of Chancellorsville. Announcing to General Lee that the enemy had made a stand. The following from General Jackson to General Lee, written on the eve of Chancellorsville, are copied from the originals, which are on exhibition in the State Library: near 3 P. M., May 2, 1863. General,—The enemy has made a stand at Chancellor's, which is about two miles from Chancellorsville. I hope as soon as practicable to attack. I trust that an ever kind Providence will bless us General Lee, written on the eve of Chancellorsville, are copied from the originals, which are on exhibition in the State Library: near 3 P. M., May 2, 1863. General,—The enemy has made a stand at Chancellor's, which is about two miles from Chancellorsville. I hope as soon as practicable to attack. I trust that an ever kind Providence will bless us with great success. Respectfully, T. J Jackson, Lieutenant-General. General R. E. Lee. The leading division is up and the next two appear to be well closed. T. J. J [From the Richmond Times, July 23, 189
Southern Historical Society Papers, Volume 19. (ed. Reverend J. William Jones), Oil-Cloth coat in which Jackson received his mortal wound. (search)
il-Cloth coat in which Jackson received his mortal wound. The story of its loss and recovery. It fell into the hands of Mr. Joseph Bryan and was sent to General Lee— the correspondence which followed. One of the most interesting relics of Stonewall Jackson was brought to light in the manner as narrated yesterday by Mr. Jington, Va., narrating the circumstances of his having gotten possession of it, and requesting him to make a proper disposition of so precious a relic. To this General Lee replied (I have his original letter) as follows: Lexington, Va., 13th December, 1867. My dear Sir,—I have received the overcoat worn by General T. J. Jackry is so dear to me. Before making any disposition of it I think it proper to consult Mrs. Jackson, whose wishes on the subject are entitled to consideration. Mrs. Lee joins me in kindest regards to yourself and family, and I am very respectfully, Your obedient servant, R. E. Lee. J. R. Bryan, Esq. Lexington Va., 18th
Southern Historical Society Papers, Volume 19. (ed. Reverend J. William Jones), chapter 1.52 (search)
to their husbands and their sons who were battling against the flames—these were the true women of the South, who had never given up the hope of final victory until Lee laid down his sword at Appomattox. They were calm even in defeat; and though strong men lost their reason and shed tears in maniacal grief over the destruction of any moment a shrieking shell might dash among them, but each eye would turn in loving confidence to the Confederate flag which floated over the headquarters of General Lee, feeling that they were secure as long as he was there. That night, when all was quiet and darkness reigned, with not a light to be seen, our train quietly sa few moments of time never to be forgotten. But we entered the city safely just as the moon was rising, and the next morning I handed my friend his daughter. A few days after the batteries closed — the gap on the Weldon road, cutting off Petersburg and Richmond from the South, and compelling General Lee to prepare for retr
Southern Historical Society Papers, Volume 19. (ed. Reverend J. William Jones), Jefferson Davis. (search)
vis, with enthusiastic unanimity, was elected president, and first Montgomery and then Richmond was chosen as the capital of the Confederacy. The chances of victory were slight. When a colonel, says Daniel, once was about to demonstrate to General Lee in what an advantageous position the Confederate army was, the latter said: Put your pencil back at once into your pocket, Colonel, for as soon as you put down the relative numbers we are already badly beaten. Twenty millions whites on the ut, and fidelity to duty alone must sustain courage. Manly courage and woman's faith remain the last support. The women care for the wounded and strengthen the courage of the combatants. The men stand brave and unterrified behind Johnston and Lee and suffer no diminution of their immortal renown. The fight rages around Richmond and Petersburg in a narrow space, and here stands Jefferson Davis, unbowed and not disheartened, in the midst of troops bleeding to death, caring for everything as
Southern Historical Society Papers, Volume 19. (ed. Reverend J. William Jones), chapter 1.65 (search)
General Joseph R. Anderson. [from the Richmond times, January 24, 1892.] Hero of an incident of the battle of Gaines' Mill. The 27th of June, 1862, dawned bright and beautiful over Richmond, with the armies of Lee and McClellan confronting each other on the Chickahominy. A. P. Hill's division on the previous evening had crossed that stream at Meadow Bridge, and moving down to Mechanicsville had enabled Longstreet to cross on that turnpike. Lee and McClellan had had their first deadLee and McClellan had had their first deadly grapple with each other at Mechanicsville and Ellyson's Mill, and McClellan had withdrawn his troops to the heights of Gaines' Mill, where Fitz John Porter with his Pennsylvania Bucktails, supported by artillery, held a position naturally strong, but which had been rendered almost impregnable by earthworks and an abattis of felled trees. Hill, feeling his way, reached the front of Porter about noon, or a little later, and formed line of battle. His first line was composed of a brigade of G