Category Archives: Kentucky

October 12, 1862: Onward in the Southwest

Posted on October 12, 2012 by Allen Gathman

The New York Times predicts victory in the southwest, and enumerates the North’s advantage. The Onward Movement in the Southwest. Published: October 12, 1862 The Southwestern States have fairly begun work, after the long rest they have had during the … Continue reading →

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October 11, 1862: The Times — “we told you so”

Posted on October 11, 2012 by Allen Gathman

The New York Times cites its prediction of the battle of Perryville, and exhorts Buell on to victory. THE WAR IN KENTUCKY A PROPHECY AND ITS FULFILLMENT. Published: October 11, 1862 On Sunday last, nearly one week ago, before Gen. … Continue reading →

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October 8, 1862: Battle of Perryville

Posted on October 8, 2012 by Allen Gathman

The New York Times reported the battle of Perryville via Buell’s official report. Buell doesn’t make an estimate of the casualties; in fact Union casualties were higher than the rebels’, and all told the battle had the highest casualty rate … Continue reading →

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October 7, 1862: Rebels may resist at Perryville

Posted on October 7, 2012 by Allen Gathman

George Thomas’ troops are in serious need of supplies, especially water. There’s water at Perryville, but they know that rebel troops are there. Good chance of a battle coming up. Official record: HAYESVILLE, October 7, 1862-6 p.m. Major-General BUELL: About … Continue reading →

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October 6, 1862: Buell sends McCook to Perryville

Posted on October 6, 2012 by Allen Gathman

Alexander McCook Buell here orders General McCook to move to Perryville, Kentucky. As the appended note states, Hardee’s troops were headed there as well, and the two forces would meet in a couple of days. Official Record OCTOBER 6, 1862-11.30 … Continue reading →

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October 5, 1862: Where are the rebels?

Posted on October 5, 2012 by Allen Gathman

Union troops are concentrated in Kentucky, but where are the rebels headed? Where’s Hardee? There’s considerable confusion. HEADQUARTERS, Bloomfield, Ky., October 5, 1862. General THOMAS: My cavalry have occupied Chaplin, on Beech Fork, since daylight. They report Hardee encamped 6 … Continue reading →

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September 29, 1862: Death of “Bull” Nelson

Posted on September 29, 2012 by Allen Gathman

The New York Times reports the death of William “Bull” Nelson and gives a short biography. In Louisville, Nelson dismissed general Davis from his command; in the ensuing quarrel he slapped Davis, who avenged the insult with a pistol. The … Continue reading →

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September 28, 1862: Buell should crush Bragg

Posted on September 28, 2012 by Allen Gathman

The New York Times sees a silver lining in the tough situation in Kentucky. Buell’s got a huge army there now, and they should be able to destroy Bragg’s army before the Confederates can withdraw back southward. KENTUCKY THE WORK … Continue reading →

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September 23, 1862: Breckinridge expected in Kentucky

Posted on September 23, 2012 by Allen Gathman

Rumors had it that John Cabell Breckinridge was coming to his home state as part of Bragg’s invasion. Such a visit might spark enlistments to the Confederate cause, as Breckinridge was a favorite son. Official Record: BOWLING GREEN, [September] 23, … Continue reading →

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September 21, 1862: Buell still chasing Bragg toward Louisville.

Posted on September 21, 2012 by Allen Gathman

Bragg, having taken Munfordville, has an open road to Louisville. Is he headed there, or what? Buell thinks so, and is in pursuit, following Bragg northward. Official Record: IN THE FIELD, September 21, 1862. General GILBERT, Louisville: It is just … Continue reading →

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