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The Antietam Dedication

Summary

Detailed report of the speakers and attendees at the Antietam dedication given. Attendees estimated at 10,000 including President and some of his cabinet, several governors and their staff. About 90% of attendees came from within 50 mile radius including families of fallen soldiers, etc. Some people expressed disappointment in occasion and there is a reference to negative reporting by other newspapers.

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Article Source

Newspaper: The Herald and Torch Light

Publication Date: September 25th, 1867

Page/Column: 2C

Town: Hagerstown, MD

County: Washington

Subjects

• Aftermath of War / Reconstruction

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