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Topic: Battle of Corydon


  
  Corydon, Indiana - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Corydon is a town in Harrison County, Indiana, United States.
Corydon became the second territorial capital of Indiana in 1813, when it was moved there from Vincennes.
Corydon was not the first Indiana town to surrender to Rebel forces, however.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Corydon,_Indiana   (532 words)

  
 Corydon Did You Know?
Edward Black, a drummer for the 21st Ind. Regiment, enlisted in 1861 at the age of eight and was discharged at the age of nine.
General John Hunt Morgan, leader of the confederate Morgan's Raiders (1863 Battle of Corydon), was nicknamed "The Thunderbolt of the Confederacy".
Edward Smith, the first settler in Corydon (1802), was a British soldier in the Revolutionary War that defected to the Colonies and fought the rest of the war on the Colonists' side.
www.usi.edu /extserv/corydon/coryknow.htm   (568 words)

  
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Battle of Corydon Memorial Park - The Battle of Corydon was the only Civil War battle fought on Indiana soil.
The battle lasted less than an hour, but it was spirited-- four of the home guards were killed, 355 were captured, and the rest escaped.
When Morgan entered Corydon, he released the prisoners and began plundering stores and collecting ransom money from families.
www.usi.edu /extserv/corydon/battle.htm   (146 words)

  
 Corydon Battle Park
CALEB THOMAS - wounded in the Battle of Corydon.
THORPE - Co. A, 2nd KY Cav., wounded at Battle of Corydon.
As was told years ago by many of the older citizens of Corydon: "Those of Morgan's men who were left behind were nursed and cared for by the citizens of Corydon and not one of Morgan's wounded were molested or mistreated by Corydon's citizens."
www.corydonbattlepark.com /death1.html   (720 words)

  
 Battle Baby Names - Battle Names
Please click on each of these Battle names for more details, view more Battle names from Einar to Hilliard, or search for "battle" for girls.
He connived to steal his father's throne, and died in battle, caught by his hair in an oak tree and executed by one of his father's soldiers...
View Battle baby names 16-30 from Einar to Hilliard, or click on a page number for more Battle baby names.
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 SouthernIN.com » Blog Archive » Harrison County   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
Corydon was the Indiana state capital from 1816 through 1825.
Today the Battle of Corydon Memorial Park commemorates this period in history when Confederate General Morgan led a raid through Indiana and fought the 6th Division of the Harrison County Home Guard.
The Corydon Scenic Railroad is actually part of Indiana’s oldest short line railroad in continuous operation: the Louisville, New Albany and Corydon Railroad.
www.southernin.com /wordpress/harrison-county   (1099 words)

  
 Corydon Battle Park
The Battle of Corydon was the only Civil War Battle fought on Indiana soil and occurred on July 9,1863 when 450 members of the Harrison County Home Guard attempted to delay General John Hunt Morgan's 2,400 Confederate soldiers that day, in hopes that Union reinforcements would arrive and stop Morgan's march through southern Indiana.
One mile south of Corydon, the county seat of Harrison County, the scouts encountered the Harrison County Home Guard (officially the Sixth Regiment of the Indiana Legion).
The Harrison County treasurer was relieved of $690, two leading stores were relieved of $600 each, and contributions of $700 to $1,000 were demanded from the three mills to save them from being burned.
www.corydonbattlepark.com /battle.html   (640 words)

  
 The American Civil War: The Battle of Corydon   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
One of the two, the Battle of Gettysburg, was very well remembered because of the speech given by President Abraham Lincoln after the fighting had ended.
The fact that it is not well remembered doesn't mean that the Battle of Corydon was not important.
After ending the battle, Morgan and his Raiders took their prisioners into Corydon and began an afternoon of looting and plundering.
historic.shcsc.k12.in.us /civilwar/battle.htm   (614 words)

  
 Historic Preservation of American Civil War Battlefields   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
The Battle of Corydon was the only official Civil War battle in Indiana and the only battle site north of the Ohio River.
The Corydon Battlefield is a five-acre park located on the east side of State Rte.
Although the park area looks much as it did in 1863, a drive to a parking lot on the property, several historic markers, and a log cabin moved to the site in the 1930s represent changes to the historic landscape.
www.civilwar.org /CWDT/CWDTBrowse.php?siteID=148   (142 words)

  
 Corydon, Indiana IN, town profile (Harrison County) - hotels, festivals, genealogy, newspapers - ePodunk
Corydon, IN Corydon is a town in Harrison County, in the Louisville metro area.
At the time of the 2000 census, the per capita income in Corydon was $20,740, compared with $21,587 nationally.
Median rent in Corydon, at the time of the 2000 Census, was $382.
www.epodunk.com /cgi-bin/genInfo.php?locIndex=5272   (586 words)

  
 Battle Summary: Corydon, IN   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
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Union military officials called out the militia in Indiana and Ohio and worked feverishly to organize a defense.
On July 9, near Corydon, Indiana, elements of Morgan’s force encountered about 400 Home Guards and captured most of them.
www.cr.nps.gov /hps/abpp/battles/in001.htm   (220 words)

  
 User:Scott Mingus - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Battle of Hanover - wrote vast majority of the text
Convention of 1833, political gathering that contributed to the Texas Revolution
Donald McIntosh, officer in the U.S. 7th Cavalry killed at the Battle of Little Big Horn
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 SouthernIN.com - Civil War
The battles and skirmishes that took place in Southern Indiana may not always be mentioned in history books, but they none-the-less touched lives and are remembered here.
There was a second battle on Sunday, which drew thousands of onlookers to the hill to watch this impressive reenactment.
Though the battles were the featured event, we were immersed in history and Civil War culture throughout the day.
www.southernin.com /Pages/archives/july_01/civil_war.html   (1281 words)

  
 American Profile: 2/3/2002 - 2/9/2002: Corydon, IN   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
Most of the students remember that from 1816 to 1825 Corydon was the capital of Indiana, before the seat of state government was relocated to Indianapolis.
Just outside of town is the Battle of Corydon Memorial Park, which commemorates the site of the only Civil War battle fought in Indiana.
Historic Corydon is a peaceful—yet thriving—community surrounded by farms, which specialize in popcorn and chicken production.
www.americanprofile.com /issues/20020203/20020203mid_1805.asp   (703 words)

  
 Corydon, Indiana
Corydon became the territorial capital of Indiana in 1813.
It served as the state capital from 1816 to 1825.
The Battle of Corydon took place when the home guard met the main force of Gen. John H. Morgan's Confederate Raiders in 1863.
www.planetware.com /indiana/corydon-us-in-cory.htm   (73 words)

  
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Description: Commemorating the only Civil War battle fought on Indiana soil, which took place on July 9, 1863.
Description: In 1816, Indiana delegates met under the spreading branches of one of the largest trees of it's kind in the world to draft Indiana's first state constituition.
Visit the federal-style limestone capitol building that was erected in the early 1800's.
www.thisisindiana.org /content/attractions.php?cid=2   (237 words)

  
 Newspaper Articles Page 5 - Paul Funkhouser
It was possible that his death occurred in the last great battle of the war, known as the Battle of the Meuse, a letter from their son having been written while located in this sector, dated Sept. 26.
After participating in the greatest battles of this world war - Chateau Thierry, the Second Battle of the Marne, fighting on the Verdun and later in the St. Mihiel's sectors - Lieut.
Crushed as are those who loved him, by this sacrifice of the last battle, sad as it is to pay honor to the dead instead of the living, it is a solace to think that he did not die in vain.
usgennet.org /usa/in/county/vanderburgh/funkhouser/pf_chap_iii_e.html   (2320 words)

  
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The second is a description of the Battle of Corydon in Harrison County (Indiana).
The Corydon defenders had built a defensive position and breastworks made of logs, stones and fence rails.
The defenders formed a battle line about 2,000 feet across with the extreme west wing, resting on Amsterdam (Heidelberg) Road and the opposite end, close to the Laconia Road (S.R. 337), near the brow of the hill south of Ed Aydelott’s home.
www.longestraid.com /sample.html   (2424 words)

  
 Battle of Corydon Memorial Park in Corydon, IN
Battle of Corydon Memorial Park in Corydon, IN Approximately 5 1/3 acres, with period cabin, authentic Civil War cannon, and nature trail.
Approximately 5 1/3 acres, with period cabin, authentic Civil War cannon, and nature trail.
Park marks the site of one of the few Civil War battles (July 9, 1863) fought on Northern soil.
www.vzlocal.com /info/detail/mtg-38658   (55 words)

  
 Local Attractions
Situated on a hilltop just north of the Corydon town square, it is believed by historians to be the oldest African-American school in the state.
Many of the Corydon store fronts display 1890s architectural ornamental iron from the George L. Mesker Iron Works in Evansville, Indiana.
Only two battles were fought on northern soil -- Gettysburg and Corydon.
www.kintnerhouse.com /attractions.htm   (512 words)

  
 Indiana Folks, Facts and Places
Harrison County Battle of Corydon Memorial Park is one of a few Civil War battle sites fought on northern soil.
The Battle occurred on July 9, 1863, when 450 members of the Harrison County Home Guard attempted to delay General John Hunt Morgan's 2,400 Confederate soldiers in hopes that Union reinforcements would arrive and stop Morgan's march through southern Indiana.
At the Battle Site, a commemorative marker depicts the event and lists the casualties suffered by both the north and the south.
members.tripod.com /~oceanwisher/indianafolks.html   (2675 words)

  
 Culvers of Corydon Welcomes You!
The Corydon Capitol State Historic Site commemorates the history of Indiana's first state capital and the development of Indiana from the territorial period through statehood.
While in Corydon we recommend visiting the First State Capitol, Battle of Corydon Memorial, Branham Tavern-William Henry Harrison House, and Leora Brown School - as well as other sites in the Historic Downtown Walking Tour.
Another enjoyable experience for all ages is the Corydon Jamboree.
www.culversofcorydon.com /links.htm   (439 words)

  
 Harrison County Convention & Visitors Bureau
Whether a person is a regular customer or just visiting Corydon, the ambiance of the soda fountain takes them back to a time when simple things in life were a pleasure.
The Corydon Jamboree provides country, gospel, traditional, and many other forms of music for you and your family's entertainment.
Description: Corydon's new hot spot for miniature golf, arcades, party rooms and more! Two exciting 18-hole courses, one outdoor and one indoor provide challenging and entertaining miniature golf adventures for all ages.
www.tourindiana.com /attractions.asp   (1203 words)

  
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Corydon Capitol State Historic Site, 202 E. Walnut St., Corydon, Ind., (812) 738-4890, www.state.in.us/dnr.
Corydon Jamboree, two blocks north of downtown on Hurst Road, Corydon, Ind., (812) 738-1130 or (502) 608-7120.
Corydon Scenic Railroad excursions, depot at Water and Walnut streets, Corydon, Ind., (812) 738-8000.
www.courier-journal.com /kyguide/kg071901s53684.htm   (1822 words)

  
 CivilWarAlbum.com updates
Battle of Columbus, Georgia: March 2005 photos courtesy of Dale Cox
Battle of Devil's Backbone, AR: March 2005 photos courtesy of Dale Cox
Unknown Confederate Graves on the Natchez Trace near Tupelo, MS: March 2005 photos courtesy of Dale Cox, AR Photos of sites visited during our March 2005 tour of Vicksburg and area.
www.civilwaralbum.com /updates17.htm   (385 words)

  
 Conway (1991) Corydon: The forgotten battle of the Civil War   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
Conway (1991) Corydon: The forgotten battle of the Civil War
Corydon: The forgotten battle of the Civil War
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 DNR News Release
Board are sponsoring a Battle of Corydon photography contest.
The Battle of Corydon Memorial park is open from 8:30 a.m.
Corydon Capitol State Historic Site is part of the Department of Natural
www.in.gov /dnr/news-rel/1998/oct2-98.htm   (355 words)

  
 Innkeepers Room
Mary Jane Bridgwater is the only living person for whom a room is named.
Mary Jane attended the John Heron Art Institute at Indianapolis, and for over twenty years, has drawn the ceramic discs and other artifacts that help customize many of the art glass products made by the famous Zimmerman Art Glass Company of Corydon, Indiana.
Mary Jane is the mother of five children (3 sons and 2 daughters) and has nine grandchildren.
www.kintnerhouse.com /innkeepersroom.htm   (439 words)

  
 Civil War Reenactors Discussion Forum - Local Units in Indiana
They are going to be at Corydon the 25th at 8:00a.m.
Central time at the Battle of Corydon Memorial Park.
They will be reenacting the Battle of Corydon on the 9th of July.
www.cwreenactors.com /dcforum/DCForumID10/169.html   (179 words)

  
 John Hunt Morgan Heritage Trail Indiana Civil War Driving Tour
The Battle of Corydon occurred the next day as his men eventually outflanked the 450 men of the Home Guard and proceeded into town.
It was written that the men robbed the merchants, county courthouse, and private citizens to their "hearts’ content." Morgan left Corydon on the afternoon of July 9.
The raiders spent their second night in Indiana in a field 16 miles south of Salem.
hhhills.org /jhmht/raid.html   (755 words)

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