Record #:

43512

Author(s):

Northrop, William

Abstract:

The Battle of Vicksburg was a major turning point in the United States Civil War. The siege of Vicksburg leads to Union soldiers gaining control of the Mississippi River, cutting off communications among Confederate troops, and ultimately, the rise of Ulysses S. Grant.

Source:

Recall (NoCar F 252 .R43), Vol. 20 Issue 1, Spring 2014, p1-9

Subject(s):

Civil War History--Vicksburg ; Civil War--NC Regiment ; Ulysses S. Grant

Record #:

43513

Author(s):

Wright, Robert

Abstract:

On June 14, 1775, 10 companies comprised of Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Virginia colonists were authorized by the Second Continental Congress to march to Boston to win independence in the war against England. Until its name change in 1776, the original title given to the companies was the Army of the United Colonists.

Source:

Recall (NoCar F 252 .R43), Vol. 20 Issue 1, Spring 2014, p10-12

Subject(s):

Military--U.S Army ; Declaration of Independence