When was it published?

January 22, 1864 in The Daily Gate City

Domestic News January 22, 1864

The Daily Gate City

Q: What keywords are associated?

Colonel Williamson, Iowa 4th, Soldier Visit, Promotion Hope, War Battles

Keokuk, Lee County, Iowa

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What is this article about?

Colonel James A. Williamson, an Iowa soldier who rose from adjutant to colonel in the 4th Iowa regiment for gallantry in battles, visited the newspaper in good health and spirits before departing to rejoin his unit; his promotion to general is anticipated.

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COL. JAMES A. WILLIAMSON.-We had a call from this distinguished Iowa soldier, and were much pleased to find him in the enjoyment of excellent health and spirits. Col. Williamson went out as Adjutant of the Iowa 4th, and for gallant conduct was made Colonel. He has been in many battles, some of them the most terrible of the war, and he has always proved the man of great courage as well as ability to manage men. He has more than earned a star and we hope soon to herald his promotion. He left for the gallant 4th to-day, and will re-enter the service with that veteran regiment.

What sub-type of article is it?

Military Arrival Departure

What keywords are associated?

Colonel Williamson Iowa 4th Soldier Visit Promotion Hope War Battles

What entities or persons were involved?

James A. Williamson

Where did it happen?

Iowa

Domestic News Details

Primary Location

Iowa

Event Date

To Day

Key Persons

James A. Williamson

Outcome

re-enters service with iowa 4th regiment; promotion to general anticipated

Event Details

Distinguished Iowa soldier Col. Williamson visited the newspaper office, reported in excellent health and spirits; background as adjutant promoted to colonel for gallantry in many battles including the most terrible of the war, demonstrating courage and leadership; departed to rejoin the veteran Iowa 4th regiment.