On this day in the Civil War, Union troops under General Benjamin Prentiss clash with rebels at Mount Sion, Missouri.
General Benjamin Prentiss
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December 27, 1861
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December 26, 1861
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On this day in the Civil War, the United States government agrees to surrender the Confederate commissioners James Mason and John Slidell into the hands of Great Britain.
James Mason
John Slidell
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December 25, 1862
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On this day in the Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln and his wife travel to several hospitals in Washington City to visit wounded soldiers.
Hospital in Washington City
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December 24, 1861
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On this day in the Civil War, The U.S. Congress passes duties on luxury items including coffee, tea, sugar, and molasses.
December 23, 1862
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On this day in the Civil War, Confederate President Jefferson Davis brands General Benjamin Butler a felon and enemy of mankind. This response is due to General Butler’s military governorship of New Orleans, Louisiana.
Jefferson Davis
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