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March 7, 1839
Virginia Free Press
Charles Town, Jefferson County, West Virginia
What is this article about?
The Potomac Rifle militia company, led by Maj. J. F. Hamtramck, visited Shepherdstown on Thursday last under gubernatorial requisition, stayed until Friday, and earned admiration for their uniform and military spirit, accompanied by a band.
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The "Potomac Rifle," under command of Maj. J. F. Hamtramck, visited our town on Thursday last. They came hither under a requisition from the Governor of the State through the Colonel of the Regiment, and were kept on duty until their departure on Friday. There were about sixty in number, in beautiful and appropriate uniform, and altogether presented a martial grandeur which called forth the unqualified admiration of all who witnessed them. Such a company is an honor to our county and to our State, and is highly creditable to the military spirit of the young men of Shepherdstown. They were accompanied by a fine Musical Band of that town.
What sub-type of article is it?
Historical Event
What themes does it cover?
Moral Virtue
Triumph
What keywords are associated?
Potomac Rifle
Military Company
Shepherdstown
Uniform
Martial Granduer
Musical Band
What entities or persons were involved?
Maj. J. F. Hamtramck
Where did it happen?
Shepherdstown
Story Details
Key Persons
Maj. J. F. Hamtramck
Location
Shepherdstown
Event Date
Thursday Last
Story Details
The Potomac Rifle company under Maj. J. F. Hamtramck visited the town on Thursday last under requisition from the Governor, remained on duty until Friday, and impressed spectators with their uniform and martial appearance, accompanied by a musical band.