Rebel Deserters
Summary
Every day rebel deserters who have taken the oath of allegiance at Harper's Ferry or Martinsburg are reporting to the Provost Marshal in Hagerstown. They represent the condition of the rebel army as "deplorable" and hundreds would desert if they had an opportunity.
Article Source
Newspaper: The Herald of Freedom & Torch Light
Publication Date: February 24th, 1864
Page/Column: 3A
Town: Hagerstown, MD
County: Washington
Subjects
- Home Front / Effects of War