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On this day in the Civil War, Confederate troops commanded by General Thomas Hindman attack Union forces under Generals James Blunt and Francis Herron. Confederate casualties are over 1,300 with Federal losses approximately the same.
General Thomas Hindman
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On this day in the Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln orders the execution of 39 Indians as a result of the Indian uprisings in Minnesota during September.
Fort Snelling, Minnesota
On this day in the Civil War, the U.S. Congress considers several bills which would abolish slavery particularly in the territory in rebellion.
On this day in the Civil War, Senator John Breckenridge of Kentucky is expelled from his position by a vote of 36-0. Breckenridge joined the rebel army in November 1861.
John Breckinridge
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On this day in the Civil War, Federal troops commanded by General Alvin Hovey seize Grenada, Mississippi.
General Alvin Hovey
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