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William Boynton, Sherman's Historical Raid, Chapter 16: (search)
of Sherman's army, crush it before the others could arrive, and then, in turn, attack the right, and that he came much nearer success than it is pleasant to contemplate. The warnings of such a concentration, as will be seen, were abundant. That they were not heeded seems marvelous and the extreme of carelessness. Some of the telegrams accompanying a former printed report of General Sherman make the situation still clearer. The advance of the left wing began at seven o'clock on the 19th of March, and was stubbornly contested from the first. About ten o'clock General Slocum became convinced that he had encountered the enemy in force. He therefore concluded to assume the offensive, and communicate with General Sherman. The two wings were so far separated that it was six or seven hours before the commanding general, who was with the right wing, could be reached. At five P. M., of the 19th, he sent the following dispatch to General Schofield, then approaching Goldsboro: S
Jefferson Davis, The Rise and Fall of the Confederate Government, Chapter 39: (search)
o as to have water communication by way of Richmond to New Carthage. These indications of a purpose to get below Vicksburg caused General Pemberton, early in February, 1863, to detach Brigadier General John S. Bowen, with his Missouri Brigade, to Grand Gulf, near the mouth of the Big Black, and establish batteries there to command the mouth of that small river, which might be used to pass to the rear of Vicksburg, and also by their fire to obstruct the navigation of the Mississippi. On March 19th the flagship of Admiral Farragut, with one gunboat from the fleet at New Orleans, passed up the river in defiance of our batteries; on the 25th, four gunboats from the upper fleet attempted to pass down and were repulsed, two of them completely disabled. On April 16th a fleet of ironclads with barges in tow, Admiral Porter commanding, under cover of the night ran the Vicksburg batteries. One of the vessels was destroyed, and another one crippled, but towed out of range. Subsequently,
Harper's Encyclopedia of United States History (ed. Benson Lossing), Bentonville, battle of. (search)
s was encamped (March 18, 1865) on the Goldsboro road, at a point where it was crossed by one from Clinton to Smithfield. Two divisions of Williams's were encamped 10 or 12 miles in the rear of this, in charge of Slocum's wagon-trains. The remainder of the forces were scattered to the south and east, in fancied security. On the morning of the 16th, Sherman left Slocum, nearest the Confederates, to join Howard's troops, which were scattered and moving on over the wretched, muddy road. On March 19, Sherman, while on his way to Howard, heard cannonading on his left wing, but did not think there was anything serious in it. It proved, however, to be a complete surprise. The Confederates, in overwhelming numbers, were found pressing Slocum. A very severe battle ensued, in a densely wooded swamp, dark and wet and dismal. In this encounter, Gen. J. C. Davis conducted much of the battle with great skill and courage, continually cheering his men with assurances of victory. Johnston had a
Harper's Encyclopedia of United States History (ed. Benson Lossing), Missouri, (search)
a convention of the States to propose amendments to the Constitution would be useful in restoring peace and quiet to the country; that an attempt to coerce the submission of the seceding States, or the employment of military force by the seceding States to assail the government of the United States, would inevitably lead to civil war; and earnestly entreated the national government and the Confederates to stay the arms of military power. The convention substantially adopted this report, March 19; and an amendment was agreed to recommending the withdrawal of the National troops from the forts within the borders of the seceding States where there is danger of collision between the State and National troops. After appointing delegates to a Border State convention, and giving power to a committee to call another session when it might seem necessary, the convention adjourned to the third Monday in December. A Union convention, which had been held in February, 1861, and adjourned, r
Harper's Encyclopedia of United States History (ed. Benson Lossing), Oregon, (search)
Oregon, A battle-ship of the American navy; carries four 13-inch (67-ton) guns, eight 8-inch, four 6-inch, and thirty-one rapid-fire machine guns. At the outbreak of hostilities with Spain, the Oregon was ordered from San Francisco, where she was built, to the Atlantic coast. She left San Francisco March 19, and arrived at Callao, Peru, April 4, where she took on coal; reached Sandy Point April 18, and again took on coal; reached Rio de Janeiro April 30, Bahia May 8, Barbadoes May 18, and Jupiter Inlet, Florida, May 24. The entire distance run was 14,706 knots, at an expenditure of 4,155 tons of coal. While in Rio de Janeiro, Captain Clark received word that the Spanish torpedo-boat Temerario had sailed from Montevideo with the intention of United States battle-ship Oregon. destroying the Oregon. Captain Clark notified the Brazilian authorities that if the Temerario entered the harbor with hostile intention, she would be attacked; and at the same time left orders with the
Harper's Encyclopedia of United States History (ed. Benson Lossing), Philippine Islands, (search)
ronology of the War. The following is a list of the more important events from the outbreak of the insurrection to October, 1901: Feb. 4, 1899. The Filipinos, under Aguinaldo, attacked the American defences at Manila. The Americans assumed the offensive the next day, and in the fighting which ensued for several days the American loss was fifty-seven killed and 215 wounded. Five hundred Filipinos were killed, 1,000 wounded, and 500 captured. Feb. 10. Battle of Caloocan. March 13-19. General Wheaton attacked and occupied Pasig. March 21-30. General MacArthur advanced towards and captured Malolos. Military operations were partially suspended during the rainy season. Meanwhile the southern islands were occupied by the American forces; Iloilo by General Miller, Feb. 11; Cebu by the Navy, March 27; and Negros, Mindanao, and the smaller islands subsequently. A treaty was concluded with the Sultan of Sulu, in which his rights were guaranteed, and he acknowledged the
Harper's Encyclopedia of United States History (ed. Benson Lossing), Santana, Pedro 1801-1864 (search)
Santana, Pedro 1801-1864 Statesman; born in Hincha, Santo Domingo, June 29, 1801; studied law; appointed brigadier-general and served in the rebellion against the Haitian government in 1844; led 2,400 men, with whom he defeated the southern army of 15,000 on March 19; elected President in November of the same year; favored the movement for the annexation of Santo Domingo to the United States which was defeated by Baez. He died in Santo Domingo, June 14, 1864.
Harper's Encyclopedia of United States History (ed. Benson Lossing), Spain, War with (search)
epresentatives. It passed the House March 8 and the Senate March 9, and was signed by the, President. March 11. The War Department began the mobilization of the army. March 12. The battle-ship Oregon sailed from San Francisco to join the Atlantic Squadron. March 12. Armistice was offered by Spain to the Cuban insurgents. March 14. The Spanish fleet sailed from Cadiz for the Canary Islands. March 14. Senator Proctor's report on Spanish atrocities in Cuba was published. March 19. the Maine court of inquiry completed its labors. Its report was delivered to the President March 25, and transmitted by him to Congress March 28. March 25. Commodore Schley took command of the flying squadron in Hampton Roads. March 30. The President requested permission of Spain to relieve the reconcentrados, which was granted. April 2. The Spanish fleet arrived at the Cape de Verde Islands. April 4. The pope appealed to Spain in the interests of peace. April 5. United
Harper's Encyclopedia of United States History (ed. Benson Lossing), United States of America. (search)
litary District; Gen. E. O. C. Ord to command 4th Military District; Gen. P. H. Sheridan to command 5th Military District......March 11-12, 1867 Gen. John Pope assigned to 3d Military District, General Thomas to command Department of the Cumberland......March 15, 1867 Peabody Southern educational fund (a gift of $2,100,000 from George Peabody) transferred to a board of trustees, Rev. Dr. Barnas Sears superintendent......March 22, 1867 Supplementary reconstruction act concurred in March 19, vetoed by President, March 23; is passed over his veto by the House, 114 to 25, and by the Senate, 40 to 7......March 23, 1867 Congress adjourns to July 3, after a session of twenty-six days......March 29, 1867 Special session of the Senate in accordance with President's proclamation, March 30, meets......April 1, 1867 Special session of the Senate adjourns sine die......April 19, 1867 Expedition against the Indians in western Kansas, led by Generals Hancock and Custer......Apr
Harper's Encyclopedia of United States History (ed. Benson Lossing), New York, (search)
ted States Steel Corporation is announced by J. P. Morgan & Co......March 2, 1901 Andrew Carnegie offers to contribute $5,200,000 to build sixty-five branch libraries for New York City, provided the city will furnish sites and maintenance......March 13, 1901 Governor Odell signs the bill creating a bi-partisan bureau of elections for New York City......March 13, 1901 The legislature passes the bill for the repeal of the charter of the Ramapo Water Company (approved by the governor, March 19)......March 14, 1901 Governor Odell transmits to the legislature a message advocating the submission to the people of the plan to complete the improvements of the canals at a cost of $25,000,000......March 15, 1901 The New York City charter revision bill is passed by the legislature over the veto of Mayor Van Wyck, and is signed by Governor Odell......April 22, 1901 Total sales on the New York Stock Exchange aggregate 3,300,000 shares......April 22, 1901 Pan-American exposition
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