Welcome to issue #3 of the Brass Bugle, Spirit of ‘61’s monthly newsletter. The American Civil War was truly a war of brother against brother, and no state experienced that more profoundly than Virginia. As the nation tore apart in the spring of 1861, Virginians were forced to pick a side: stand with their state, or remain loyal to the Union? Our goal is to provide the most accurate source on this murky period of Civil War history for students, historians, researchers, and enthusiasts alike.
In this issue, we unravel Lt. Col. Jonathan McGee Heck’s expedition to Buckhannon in June 1861. We also examine the Battle of Bethel and the eccentric personality of “Prince John” Magruder. The Confederate company “Pocahontas Rescues” and its hapless commander are also profiled.
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