Capture of Rebels
Summary
Lt. Spurling, officer of First Maine Cavalry, posing as a secessionist Marylander looking to enlist, uncovers members of Gen. Stuart's Rebel Cavalry who were left behind and had been hiding in Hyattstown, leading to their arrest and imprisonment in Frederick. Five men and four horses captured. One not found was supposed to be a Major in Stuart's cavalry, hiding in the house of Mr. Rhodes, where the capture took place. Rhodes was subsequently found, arrested, and brought to Frederick. [from Examiner]
Article Source
Newspaper: The Valley Register
Publication Date: October 31st, 1862
Page/Column: 2B
Town: Middletown, MD
County: Frederick
Subjects
- Battles / Military
- Civilian Divided Loyalties
