#110 THE BURNSIDE EXPEDITION (Part the Second)

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#110 THE BURNSIDE EXPEDITION (Part the Second)

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Mar 9, 2015

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In which we conclude our discussion of the Burnside Expedition, looking at the battle at New Bern (March 13, 1862) and the fall of Fort Macon (April 25, 1862).

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#110 THE BURNSIDE EXPEDITION (Part the Second)

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