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Col. William Kimball report on capture of battery, New Orleans, 1862

Col. William Kimball report on capture of battery, New Orleans, 1862
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Maine Historical Society

Col. William Kimball of Shepley's former regiment, the 12th Maine Infantry, reported on the successful capture of a Rebel battery.

In his report, he praised all regiments involved, writing that he wanted to "express to you my full confidence in their gallantry, courage & discipline, as exhibited during the entire expedition."

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