Letter from George Blessing
Summary
Letter from George Blessing of Highland, Catoctin District, describing his confrontation with the "villainous" Rebel invaders" of his farm, commanded by Maj. Herman and Lt. Walker. After killing two and wounding another, Blessing held off the rest until the arrival of Cole's Cavalry ended the affair.
Article Source
Newspaper: The Frederick Examiner
Publication Date: July 27th, 1864
Page/Column: 2D
Town: Frederick, MD
County: Frederick
Subjects
- Battles / Military
- Home Front / Effects of War