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Mary Shelton diary, 1865
1865-05-23
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TUESDAY, MAY 23, 1865. I suppose since the days of the II Napoleon such a day has not been in the worlds history. The first Section of our Grand Army passed in review today. The battered banners & war-worn heroes & the thought of the army slain brought tears to many eyes. O! to think that the war is over. Can we ever praise God enough. O that as a people we were more devoted to him
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TUESDAY, MAY 23, 1865. I suppose since the days of the II Napoleon such a day has not been in the worlds history. The first Section of our Grand Army passed in review today. The battered banners & war-worn heroes & the thought of the army slain brought tears to many eyes. O! to think that the war is over. Can we ever praise God enough. O that as a people we were more devoted to him
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