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Lincoln Needs Troops (1861)

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The Chaotic Mobilization of Union Troops in 1861

This chapter explores the swift mobilization of troops in response to Lincoln's 1861 call for volunteers during the Civil War. It delves into the historical context of volunteerism in Tennessee, highlighting the challenges of secessionist opposition and the lack of standard uniforms that characterized the early days of the war.

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