Stonewall Jackson has his arm amputated...

Item # 694157

May 06, 1863

CHARLESTON DAILY COURIER, South Carolina, May 6, 1863 This is one of just a few newspapers which printed "Confederate States of America" in the dateline.
The front page begins with: "Later from the Seat o War" "Our Victory Complete - General Jackson's Left Army Amputated - Skirmish on the York River Railroad". This report notes in part: "...General Jackson's left army has been skillfully amputated below the shoulder, by Drt. McGuyer...The General was removed to a country house about 15 miles distant from the battle field and is doing well." He would die 4 days later.
Other articles: "...Military Movements on the Mississippi..." "Latest From Vicksburg" "From Tennessee" 'the Late Yankee Raid" "The Yankees in Georgia" "Stonewall Jackson" the latter being a letter of praise for him signed: Stonewall Brigade.
A single sheet issue, light damp staining near the margins, good condition.