Chesapeake & Ohio Canal
Summary
The president of the C&O Canal endeavored to stop the destruction of his company's property. He arrived at Dam #4 during a fight between Virginians and Marylanders. He demanded to be taken to Harper's Ferry for an interview with Confederate Gen. Johnston where he "remonstrated" against the destruction of boats, etc. which he said were the property of Marylanders. Johnston said his orders were to destroy anything which could benefit U.S. forces and thus he will continue to follow orders.
Article Source
Newspaper: The Valley Register
Publication Date: June 21st, 1861
Page/Column: 2F
Town: Middletown, MD
County: Frederick
Subjects
- Home Front / Effects of War
- Battles / Military
