August 1, 1863

Posted: August 1, 2016 in On this Day in the Civil War
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On this day in the Civil War, Confederate president Jefferson Davis attempts to rally Southern hopes by stating that the south has no choice but, “Victory or subjugation, slavery and utter ruin of yourselves, your families, and your country.”

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Jefferson Davis

(Photo Credit: Library of Congress)

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