Monthly Archives: February 2012

Send $20

On February 17, 1862, William sent a telegram to his father, Jefferson Patterson, asking for $20 to be sent to Munsfordville, Kentucky by Adams Express.

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On the March Again

On February 17, 1862, the 1st OVI, and the Army of Ohio, began marching to Nashville, Tennessee arriving there on March 3, 1862.  The 1st OVI arrived late at night and camped five miles out on the Franklin Turnpike.  In … Continue reading

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Civil Rights Movement

The African-American Civil Rights Movement (1955-1968) refers to the movement aimed at outlawing racial discrimination and restoring voting rights to African-Americans. The movement was characterized by major campaigns of civil resistance. Between 1955 and 1968, acts of nonviolent protests produced … Continue reading

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