The "Bradford Guards"
Summary
Capt. Edward M. Mobley, former Sheriff of Washington County, led a fine company of 100 men into Frederick. They have taken the name "Bradford Guards" in honor of Maryland's governor. They were given a bountiful supper at Smith's Tavern and spent the night at Junior Hall before taking the train to Baltimore to be mustered into the 7th Maryland Regiment. The men are worthy citizens of Hagerstown and vicinity.
Article Source
Newspaper: The Frederick Examiner
Publication Date: August 20th, 1862
Page/Column: 2C
Town: Frederick, MD
County: Frederick
Subjects
- Local Soldiers
