Insult to the Flag
Summary
Upon hearing of Lee’s surrender, a man named Day from Buckeystown squirted dirty water onto an American flag displayed by Dr. Duvall. It was expected that Day would be arrested for his conduct.
Article Source
Newspaper: The Frederick Examiner
Publication Date: April 26th, 1865
Page/Column: 2
Town: Frederick, MD
County: Frederick
Subjects
- Civilian Divided Loyalties
- Home Front / Effects of War
- Aftermath of War / Reconstruction
