On April 9, 1865, General Robert E. Lee (center right) surrendered his Confederate Army to General Ulysses S. Grant (center left) at Appomattox Courthouse, Virginia. The actual surrender took place inside the McClean House. Thus would end the US Civil War -- with over 630,000 casualties, one of America's most deadly conflicts. The casualty rates from some Civil War battles have never been exceeded, even in the United States' modern history.The McClean House did not have indoor plumbing so one had to make do. All that talking, chivalry, pomp and circumstance! My bladder just wouldn't hold out any longer.
Special thanks to Molly for suggesting this week's blog entry!
-- Charlie
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