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Railroads – McClellan’s Steam Strategy: Trains and Ships in the Civil War

Posted on October 30, 2018 by Dwight Hughes

“It cannot be ignored that the construction of railroads has introduced a new and very important element into war,” wrote Major General George B. McClellan in a “Memorandum for the Consideration of His Excellency the President, submitted at his request,” … Continue reading →

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My Favorite Historical Person: Eugene Matthew O’Brien

Posted on June 14, 2017 by Dwight Hughes

Eugene Matthew O’Brien is among those obscure Civil War multitudes whose collective stories inspire for their courage, dedication, and sacrifice even if we know little about them individually—although his story is a bit unusual. O’Brien was a steam engineer who … Continue reading →

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