The Draft in Maryland
Summary
Number of volunteers furnished and draftees required to meet county quota; Frederick County to furnish additional 259 recruits; Washington, Allegany, Cecil, and Kent Cos. exceed requirement in volunteers; Calvert, Charles, Montgomery, Prince George's, and St. Mary's have largest shortage in volunteers. Illustrates divided loyalties of Maryland.
Article Source
Newspaper: The Valley Register
Publication Date: October 17th, 1862
Page/Column: 2A
Town: Middletown, MD
County: Frederick
Subjects
- Civilian Divided Loyalties
- Battles / Military
