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Domestic News
September 13, 1826
Phenix Gazette
Alexandria, Virginia
What is this article about?
The Independent Company of Washington Blues departed by steamboat yesterday noon for Baltimore, with General Patterson assuming command due to Capt. Baker's illness, accompanied by an efficient band for a visit to neighbors.
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The Independent Company of Washington Blues took passage in the steamboat, yesterday noon, for Baltimore. In consequence of the ill health of Capt. Baker, General Patterson, the former commander of the company, yielded to the solicitation of officers and men, expressed in an unanimous vote and took command of the Blues, during the present expedition. A most efficient band goes with the company with the General and the gentlemen under his command, all the gratification that they anticipate in the visit to our hospitable neighbors.
[Philad United States Gazette.]
[Philad United States Gazette.]
What sub-type of article is it?
Military
Arrival Departure
What keywords are associated?
Washington Blues
General Patterson
Steamboat Departure
Baltimore Visit
Military Company
What entities or persons were involved?
Capt. Baker
General Patterson
Where did it happen?
Washington
Domestic News Details
Primary Location
Washington
Event Date
Yesterday Noon
Key Persons
Capt. Baker
General Patterson
Event Details
The Independent Company of Washington Blues took passage in the steamboat yesterday noon for Baltimore. Due to Capt. Baker's ill health, General Patterson, the former commander, took command following an unanimous vote by officers and men for the expedition. An efficient band accompanies the company.