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The Battle of Lexington as Seen by a Woman
“Author gave an original painting, made at the time of the battle, to Missouri Historical Society.”
The Capture of Lexington
“1861. Lexington, Missouri. An eyewitness account of the action at a key Missouri River town early in the war.”
The Civil War Letters of Bethiah Pyatt McKown, Part 1
“December 9, 1860-June 12, 1865. From St. Louis, McKown expressed concern over two son's military service on opposing sides, relatives subjected to guerrilla activities, and her own dwindling resources after her husband died. She described conditions…
The Civil War Letters of Bethiah Pyatt McKown, Part 2
“December 9, 1860-June 12, 1865. From St. Louis, McKown expressed concern over two son's military service on opposing sides, relatives subjected to guerrilla activities, and her own dwindling resources after her husband died. She described conditions…