The Battle of Gettysburg

Finally, a battle with a decent report.  It is nice to hear of the Confederacy's defeat, and the Union's bravery, even though it leaves me exhausted from helping the wounded.  Lincoln's speech still brings tears to my eyes.  It is a self satisfactory work, working with the wounded, because the evidence of relief is amazing among the wounded.  My own heart was broken, but is mending with the help of wondrous friends and the helping of others.  I will continue to follow, not only the soldiers in their efforts, but the loyal Union.

http://members.cox.net/rb2307/content/medicine_and_the_battle_of_getty.htm

http://www.eyewitnesstohistory.com/gtburg.htm

The Fight at Chancellorsville

Sadly, I was not in Virginia with the troops at the time of the battle. I heard the news through messenger, for I was on my way to Washington. It is horrible to hear of the defeat, but even worse to hear of the deaths of many more. To think that so many will not return home simply reminds me why I help and why I follow the Union. Too bad for Gen. Jackson though; to be shot by one's own, what a shame.

http://www25.uua.org/uuhs/duub/articles/clarabarton.html

The Great American History Fact Finder, written by Pam Cornelison, Ted Yanak

The Emancipation Proclamation January 1, 1863

This is astounding, simply astounding, and wonderful all the same. It gives me, and I'm sure many others, great joy and hope to hear that Lincoln has freed the slaves of the states. When I heard the news of Lincoln's plans, I began to pray. Now I may work alongside, and receive help from, individuals that beforehand were not deemed as humans (Not that the people will be any more respected, but it is a step.). This proclamation is proof of "further manifestation that God [is] working through Lincoln to effect a 'vast' and 'mighty' change in [our] war-rent country."

A Woman of Valor: Clara Barton, written by Stephen B. Oates

Clara Barton: In the Service of Humanity, written by David Henry Burton

Antiem Creek, 1862

Such a bloody day. The bloodiest, no doubt. The only good come of this day is Lee was driven from Maryland. These Confederates fascinate me and anger me. I cannot believe the audacity of these people. To think they can come into Maryland and to think they believed they could succeed at gaining a victory. It just astounds me. Thank the Lord for loyal Unionists. I shall do my best and continue to follow, not only the troops to give aid, but the loyal Union, to the greater good.

The Great American History Fact-finder, written by Pam Cornelison, Ted Yanak

My Brave Boys, written by Mike Pride, Mark Pride, Mark Travis, Walter Holden

The Battle of Bull Run

Smelling the smoke, and hearing the cannons roar has had a profound effect on me. 8,000 men had been killed, but the battle raged on! I have had my work cut out for me. With over 3,000 wounded, I verely can even contemplate the damage to come. As always, I will continue to follow the troops, wherever they may go.

A Woman of Valor: Clara Barton, By Stephen B. Oates

The Firing on Ft. Sumter

So, it has come to this. This battle we fight will be as a ball of snow; once started, it will build until the end. As a person, I do not wish for this violence. There will be much bloodshed, families torn asunder, which I will see. For I will help all I can, whether the person be Northern or Southern. As a fierce patriot, I do not wish for this country to be torn apart. That South Carolina would secede is the beginning of a war.

Clara Barton: Professional Angel, written by Elizabeth Brown Pryor

http://www25.uua.org/uuhs/duub/articles/clarabarton.html

http://www.civilwarhome.com/CMHsumter.htm

The Election of Abraham Lincoln

The Election of President Abraham Lincoln gives me joy. As a native of Massachusetts, I will follow the President in all of his endeavors. I believe President Lincoln will be a fine President of the United States. As the posting states, "Let us Rejoice!"








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A tid-bit of me.

I am the woman recognized for founding the American Red Cross, known as The Angel of the Battlefield. I have followed many troops into battle, and will continue to do so, to give care to the wounded, be they Confederate or Union soldiers. I have virtually no history of medical experience, except to aid my wounded brother. I am fiercely patriotic and pro-Union, supporting the African Americans and the women of America's struggle.