Tuesday, June 11, 2013

November 10, 1861---The burning of Guyandotte, Virginia



NOVEMBER 10, 1861:        

Guyandotte, Virginia (now West Virginia) is attacked by Confederate Raiders in league with local pro-secessionists. A number of the Union garrison are killed, captured, or tortured. In retaliation, Union reinforcements, when they arrive, burn Guyandotte against orders. 


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