Abraham Lincoln addresses the delicate issue of John C. Fremont’s proclamation imposing martial law in Missouri and freeing slaves belonging to disloyal masters.
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.
The Confederate Four-Star Generals
Jefferson Davis nominates five officers to become full generals in the Confederate Army.
The Controversial Fremont Proclamation
John C. Fremont issues controversial orders imposing martial law throughout Missouri and authorizing the forced emancipation of slaves.
The Fall of Hatteras Inlet
The first Federal joint army-navy expedition of the war sets out to close one of North Carolina’s busiest ports.
Advancing in Battle Array
John B. Floyd advances unopposed in western Virginia and clashes with a Federal regiment separated from the main force.
The New State of Kanawha
Representatives of Virginia’s northwestern counties approve seceding from the state and forming the new state of Kanawha.