By Hardy Kenwright
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| The Late Thomas Jackson |
News of the bloody day's battle at Chancellorsville as reached all the major cities of this great nation, who as one rejoice in the victory obtained on that field.
Whilst this paper does not want to show undue glee at the lost of any particular American, the death of general Thomas Jackson at the hands of his own men is a heavy toll for the rebel sympathisers to carry.
One has to ask, how did Jackson's men not recognise him, or was it a desperate act by 'press ganged' conscripts in the southern ranks to seek an early end to the carnage of this long war? This paper cannot say for sure.
However, it was nearly twice as bad for our secessionist foes, for General John Henry
Clayton was son nearly lost as well. In the heat of battle, Clayton was rallying his men when he was struck by a stray Minnie ball.
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| Photo that is claimed to be General Clayton |
Some say that Clayton was lucky that his heavy thighs and large rear area was able to cushion the effects of the shot and prevent him receiving a mortal wound. Other medical experts, here in Washington, have said if his thighs and rear end were not so large the bullet would likely have missed him altogether!
It seems that General Clayton is again moving but finding it hard to sit in a saddle, so we suggest our kind-hearted readers might like sending him any spare cushions they may have to aid his comfort and recovery.
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| For the benefit of any Southern readers, this is a cushion |
It appears cushions are now in short supply in the 'Land of Dixie', now that our Naval Blockade is taking effect.
