The obituary of W.S. Pierce (author of Pierce diary) highlights his involvement in the Mexican American War, as well as the Civil War. His role in the establishment of Menefee County and his service as the county's first county judge is discussed. The obituary also covers other local positions that Pierce held until the time of his death.
Topics:
U.S. Military Preparation, Cerro Gordo, En Route to the Front, Troop Movements and Logistics (South), Buena Vista/la Angostura, Scott's March Inland, Scott's Landing at Vera Cruz, Siege and Occupation of Vera Cruz, Push to the Valley of Mexico, Contreras and Churubusco, Mexico City, Other Mexican Towns and Cities, Molino del Rey and Chapultepec
Date: 1901-08-08
Format: newspapers
Publisher and Date Published: The News, vol.1 no.7 1901-08-08
Language: English
Publication Place: Frenchburg (Kentucky)
Creator:
unknown
Editor:
White, R.J.
Physical Characteristics: 2 pages
Collection: Collection, 1847-1901
Call Number: GA48
