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On this day in the Civil War, inflated prices continue to plague the South. Reports from Charleston, South Carolina indicate that a half-pound loaf of bread costs $25 and a barrel of flour costs $65.
Charleston, South Carolina
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On this day in the Civil War, Congress approves the revival of the rank of lieutenant general, paving the way for U. S. Grant to become General-in-Chief of the Union army.
Ulysses S. Grant
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On this day in the Civil War, fighting erupts in South Carolina between parts of Sherman’s army and Confederate troops.
South Carolina
Circa 1865
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On this day in the Civil War, President-elect Lincoln continues his journey to Washington with a stop in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. After receiving an assassination threat the previous day, it is arranged that Lincoln will travel with a bodyguard. Detective Allan Pinkerton travels with Lincoln by a different route.
Allan Pinkerton (left) with Abraham Lincoln and Major General John A. McClernand
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On this day in the Civil War, the Confederate Senate votes to postpone the consideration of a House bill authorizing the arming of slaves.
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