The early Military History of Southeast Missouri is recalled in this booklet, an excerpt, reprinted from Goodspeed's 1888: History of Southeast Missouri. The 40-page spiral bound 8 1/2" x 11" booklet, is printed on quality paper. A vinyl sheet protects the front cover. 

The booklet includes the military history of the following counties:Ste. Genevieve, St. Francois, Perry, Cape Girardeau, Bollinger, Madison, New Madrid, Pemiscot, Dunklin, Scott, Mississippi, Stoddard, Butler, Wayne and Iron. 

Topics covered include:  Early Indian Outbreaks, Attack Upon St. Louis, Expedition to New Madrid, Various marching orders, Nanes of soldiers in the War of 1812-14, Recruits for the Mexican War, Civil War activity in the area -- including a skirmish at Clarkton and actions at Pilot Knob; and troops furnished.

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