The Confederacy turns to a new form of naval warfare, expels the last Federal troops from Texas, and continues its military buildup.
Author: WalterCoffey
I am the author of four novels and two works of non-fiction, all of which are related to the Civil War and Reconstruction era. My work has earned critical praise from various sites that recognize independent authors.
An Uneasy Hold on Harpers Ferry
Joseph E. Johnston takes command of Confederates at Harpers Ferry, Va., and soon learns that the place is highly vulnerable to attack.
Federals Capture Baltimore
Benjamin Butler oversteps his authority and sends his Federal troops to seize the troublesome city of Baltimore.
Where Unyielding Patriotism Rallied
Confederates keep a tenuous hold on hostile northwestern Virginia while Unionists consider seceding from the rest of the state.
Escaping the Fury of the Dutch
A riot breaks out in St. Louis as Federal forces struggle to maintain order and Missourians flee their state.
Extraordinary and Unscrupulous Conduct
Nathaniel Lyon and his Federal Home Guard cause controversy in Missouri by forcing the surrender of an allegedly pro-Confederate state militia force.