Tag Archives: John S. Mosby

“I hope my visit to Boston will do good…” John S. Mosby, Reconciliation and the American Revolution

Posted on August 17, 2017 by Rob Orrison

Those who know me know of my “interest” in famous Confederate partisan, John S. Mosby. Ok, some would say “love affair,” but either way, I grew up reading about Mosby and his exploits during the Civil War. It was not … Continue reading →

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My Favorite Historical Person: Antonia Ford

Posted on June 23, 2017 by Caroline Davis

The art of spying is as old as war itself, or so it has been said. While many people when asked who is their favorite figure from the Civil War would immediately think of generals and politicians, I tend to … Continue reading →

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My Favorite Historical Person: Changing Favorites?

Posted on June 22, 2017 by Sarah Kay Bierle

As we were working on this series and chatting about favorite historical figures, it prompted memories of how my “favorite historical person” has changed through the recent years. I thought it might be worthwhile to share that saga and conclusions … Continue reading →

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In the “Hoofsteps” to Gettysburg: Touring the Loudoun Valley Campaign of June 1863

Posted on June 16, 2017 by Rob Orrison

Of all the sites related to the Gettysburg Campaign, the sites to see in the Loudoun Valley are some of the best preserved and most beautiful places in Virginia. Though in June 1863, there was nothing pretty about thousands of … Continue reading →

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A Quiet Corner of the War

Posted on January 16, 2017 by Bert Dunkerly

I recently had the chance to spend some time in Montgomery County, Maryland, just east of Washington, DC. I’m usually driving through on my way somewhere, so have never explored the area’s history very much. This particular day I was … Continue reading →

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“The Sad, sorrowful, and pathetic scene at Salem”

Posted on April 21, 2015 by Rob Orrison

Growing up in the region called “Mosby’s Confederacy,” the memory of John S. Mosby was never far.  The main road I traveled as a kid was called “John S Mosby Highway.”  Historic markers line the road with references to Mosby and … Continue reading →

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ECW Weekender: JEB Stuart’s Christmas Raid

Posted on January 2, 2015 by Rob Orrison

It is easy today to follow in the footsteps of JEB Stuarts cavalry on their 1862 Christmas Raid.  The route is well known and there are several historic markers and Civil War Trail interpretive signs along the way to guide … Continue reading →

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“…please furnish better mules…”— JEB Stuart’s 1862 Christmas Raid, Part Two

Posted on December 30, 2014 by Rob Orrison

This is part two of a two-part series on Jeb Stuart’s 1862 Christmas Raid; part one was posted on December 26th. Stuart’s Christmas Raid, by John Paul Strain  After sending his famous message to Gen. Meigs, Stuart decided to confuse … Continue reading →

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ECW Weekender: Rectortown and Mosby’s Confederacy

Posted on November 7, 2014 by Rob Orrison

One of the best preserved landscapes in Virginia is that of “Mosby’s Confederacy” located in southern Loudoun County and northern Fauquier County. The area’s roads, farms and fences are mostly on the same locations as they were during the Civil … Continue reading →

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“I regret that fate thrust such a duty upon me…” Mosby, Custer and the Black Flag in the Shenandoah Valley Part II

Posted on November 7, 2014 by Rob Orrison

part two of two Since the execution of Mosby Ranger Albert Willis at Flint Hill on October 14, 1864, Mosby sought revenge for what he considered to be the unlawful execution of seven of his men.   Though he was not … Continue reading →

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