Tag Archives: George Stannard

George Stannard, Citizen-Soldier from Vermont

Posted on January 28, 2021 by Doug Crenshaw

He had been a school teacher, farmer, and foundry operator before the war, nothing to show any promise out of the ordinary. But when war came, George Jerrison Stannard was one of the first Vermonters to sign up for the … Continue reading →

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The Best Missed Opportunity at Richmond

Posted on January 11, 2017 by ECW Guest Post

We are pleased to welcome back guest author Doug Crenshaw, who continues to look at communications mishaps during the campaigns for Richmond. Today, he turns to 1864. As they peered over the walls of Fort Harrison, Confederate soldiers witnessed an … Continue reading →

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