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Nero (search for this): chapter 57
en I knew it, it was an honest hand. It has cut the throats of thousands of my people, and their blood, which now lies soaking into the ground, cries aloud to heaven for vengeance. I came to see you, not for old remembrance‘ sake, but to give you a piece of my opinion. You won't like it, but I don't care, for people don't generally like to have the truth told them. You have come here, protected by your Army and Navy, to gloat over the ruin and desolation you have caused. You are a second Nero, and had you lived in his day you would have fiddled while Rome was burning. When the fanatic commenced his tirade, Mr. Lincoln stood with outstretched hand, his mouth wreathed in a pleasant smile. He was pleased at meeting an old and esteemed friend. As Duff Green started on his talk, the outstretched hand was withdrawn, the smile left his lips and the softness in the President's eyes faded out. He was another man altogether. Green went on without noticing the change in the President's
Dunnington (search for this): chapter 57
me the squadron in Trent's Reach was quietly holding the Confederate iron-clads, under the command of Raphael Semmes-recently created Rear-Admiral--above Drury's Bluff, where they were quite harmless and would either have to be blown up or surrendered. Admiral Semmes assumed command of the James River fleet on the 18th of February, 1865, relieving Commodore J. K. Mitchell. The fleet as reorganized comprised the following named vessels: Virginia (iron-clad), flag-ship, four guns, Captain Dunnington; Richmond (iron-clad), four guns, Captain J. D. Johnson; son; Fredericksburg (iron-clad), four guns, Captain Glasse; Hampton (wooden), two guns, Captain Wilson (late of the Alabama); Nansemond (wooden), two guns, Captain W. K. Butt; Roanoke (wooden) two guns, Captain Polloc; Beaufort (wooden), two guns, Captain Wyatt; Torpedo (wooden), one gun, Captain Roberts. This fleet was assisted in the defence of the river by shore batteries under command of naval officers — such as Drury's Bl
Edward A. Terry (search for this): chapter 57
on the 21st, it would seem that the Federal progress was little, if any, impeded. The column from Wilmington, under General Terry, reached the Neuse River a short distance above Goldsboroa on the 22d, ready to cross when it suited him to do so. , and it was evident that, before Sherman could finish the last stage of his march and make a junction with Schofield and Terry, he would have some hard fighting to do. It had, doubtless, seemed to the Confederate Government good policy to let Shermned forces of Bragg and Hardee, with the object of crippling Sherman before he could effect a junction with Schofield and Terry, and the action was for a time so severe that it looked as if General Johnston would accomplish his purpose. But on the ge over the Federal troops. Next day (the 23d) the junction was made by General Sherman with the troops of Schofield and Terry, which disposed of General Johnston's army for the time being. All the principal lines of railroad leading South were
Wilkes Booth (search for this): chapter 57
s for the President. A boat was sent on shore, with orders to bring the dispatches, but not the bearer of them; but returned with neither dispatches nor man. The boat officer said the person would deliver the dispatches to no one but the President himself. After some discussion, the boat was sent back to bring the man on board, but he had disappeared. The Admiral inquired about his appearance, and from the description was afterwards satisfied that the pretended bearer of dispatches was Wilkes Booth. Half an hour later another hail came from the shore, which was not more than twenty yards distant. A sailor from the Saugus wanted to report on board. There was no such vessel in the fleet, though there was one of that name in the Navy. A boat was sent to bring the man off, but he was nowhere to be seen. These circumstances made those charged with the care of the President more suspicious, and every precaution was taken that no one should get on board the Malvern without full identif
Abraham Lincoln (search for this): chapter 57
erations of the armies around Richmond. President Lincoln visits City Point. the memorable councith uneasiness until he once more stood with Mr. Lincoln on the deck of the flag-ship, and he determ the President. He spent an hour on board, Mr. Lincoln and himself seeming to enjoy themselves ver thing if it had been accomplished. When Mr. Lincoln informed the Admiral that General Weitzel h I am Duff Green, he said; I want to see Abraham Lincoln, and my business concerns myself alone. om he knew very well, said: I want to see Abraham Lincoln. When you come in a respectful manner, sow long is it, inquired Duff Green, since Abraham Lincoln took to aping royalty? Man clothed in a . When the fanatic commenced his tirade, Mr. Lincoln stood with outstretched hand, his mouth wreperpetuity. Shame on you! Shame on---- Mr. Lincoln could stand it no longer, his hair stood onho knew anything about the matter felt with Mr. Lincoln that it was well to give them their horses [8 more...]
John Roberts (search for this): chapter 57
K. Mitchell. The fleet as reorganized comprised the following named vessels: Virginia (iron-clad), flag-ship, four guns, Captain Dunnington; Richmond (iron-clad), four guns, Captain J. D. Johnson; son; Fredericksburg (iron-clad), four guns, Captain Glasse; Hampton (wooden), two guns, Captain Wilson (late of the Alabama); Nansemond (wooden), two guns, Captain W. K. Butt; Roanoke (wooden) two guns, Captain Polloc; Beaufort (wooden), two guns, Captain Wyatt; Torpedo (wooden), one gun, Captain Roberts. This fleet was assisted in the defence of the river by shore batteries under command of naval officers — such as Drury's Bluff Battery, Battery Brooke, Battery Wood, and Battery Semmes. The Confederate vessels were not in the most efficient condition as regarded their personnel, which was mostly drawn from the army. The real difficulty in getting to Richmond with the Federal gun-boats was in the heavy fortifications along the James River above Howlett's Battery, the sunken torpedo
Weitzel (search for this): chapter 57
and forts. A large force of Confederates in Weitzel's front, which barred the way to Richmond, sehim, and that the road to Richmond was clear, Weitzel marched in and took possession of the city. by Mr. Davis, and now the headquarters of Generals Weitzel and Shepley. It was a modest house, comfest — to be allowed to come on board with General Weitzel, to call on the President. He spent an huch, to judge from their laughter. After General Weitzel and Mr. Campbell had returned on shore, AVirginia. and would be appreciated, etc. General Weitzel agreed with Mr. Campbell, and the Presidehen Mr. Lincoln informed the Admiral that General Weitzel had gone on shore with an order permittinwith Mr. Campbell. The President remarked, Weitzel made no objection, and he commands here. Tha signed by the President, and directed to General Weitzel as follows: Return my permission to the Lary, but catch the carriage which carried General Weitzel and Mr. Campbell, and deliver this order [1 more...]
Duff (search for this): chapter 57
t it would have created a commotion in the North. About an hour after the departure of Mr. Campbell, a man dressed in gray homespun, with a huge rough stick in his hand, appeared at the landing and demanded to see the President. I am Duff Green, he said; I want to see Abraham Lincoln, and my business concerns myself alone. You tell Abraham Lincoln that Duff Green wants to see him. The officer of the deck delivered this message in the cabin, and the President said, Let him come on board; Duff is an old friend of mine, and I would like to talk with him. When Mr. Duff Green passed over the side, he stood defiantly on deck, scowled at the flag, then turning to Admiral Porter, whom he knew very well, said: I want to see Abraham Lincoln. When you come in a respectful manner, said the Admiral, the President will see you; but throw away that cord of wood you have in your hand before entering the President's presence. How long is it, inquired Duff Green, since Abraham Lincoln took
John A. Campbell (search for this): chapter 57
m door. Next morning, at 10 o'clock, Mr. John A. Campbell, late Associate Justice of the Supreme their laughter. After General Weitzel and Mr. Campbell had returned on shore, Admiral Porter went Admiral, I am sorry you were not here when Mr. Campbell was on board. He has gone on shore happy. l had been done by the persuasive tongue of Mr. Campbell, who had promised the President that, if thnd he commands here. That is because he is Mr. Campbell's particular friend, replied the Admiral, a carriage which carried General Weitzel and Mr. Campbell, and deliver this order to the General. ThThis was a clever scheme on the part of Mr. Justice Campbell to soothe the wounded feelings of the Sth. About an hour after the departure of Mr. Campbell, a man dressed in gray homespun, with a hugrotius to me, if he had been here when I gave Campbell permission to let the Legislature meet! I'd , and yet I put my foot into that thing about Campbell with my eyes wide open. If I were you, Admir[2 more...]
Jefferson Davis (search for this): chapter 57
s and obstructions in the River. Richmond evacuated. Semmes' instructions from the Confederate Secretary of the Navy. blowing up of the Confederate fleet. end of the Confederate Navy. the President visits Richmond. at the residence of Jefferson Davis. an ovation worthy of an emperor. tactics of assassins. justice Campbell visits the President. Duff Green receives a merited rebuke. President Lincoln returns to Washington. scattering of the vessels of the Navy. the war ended. a newhe arrival of the President, and to request a military escort to guard him and enable him to force his way through the crowd. A troop of cavalry soon arrived, the streets were cleared, and the President soon reached the mansion just vacated by Mr. Davis, and now the headquarters of Generals Weitzel and Shepley. It was a modest house, comfortably but plainly furnished. A great crowd of civilians now assembled around this house, greeting the President with loud cheers. General Shepley made
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