6-23-21 Who am I?

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I was a philanthropist born in 20th century Pennsylvania. My first marriage was not a success and I got divorced from my husband because of "mental anguish". Through marriage to my second husband I became First Lady of New York and later Second Lady of the US.

1) Who am I?
2) What is my connection to the Civil War?

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How not to handle weapons!

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The Maryland Park Service Small Arms Manual put this hilarious period photo to good use! I'm sure many of us have seen this fellow's picture over the years and marveled at his poor practice of muzzle discipline!

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Stonewall  “Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John at VMI”

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These canons at VMI were used by the VMI cadets in the battle of New Market during the American Civil War.
The Cadet Battery was cast in 1848 specifically for VMI. The four six-pounder cannon were manufactured to be 300 pounds lighter than their service counterparts to enable artillery training by the young VMI Cadets, and were painted red to further distinguish them from standard pieces. Artillery instruction at VMI prior to the Civil War was taught by, among others, Major Thomas J. Jackson. Between 1851 and 1861, Jackson instructed over 400 cadets in artillery tactics; those cadets would become the officer corps for the artillery of the Army of Northern...

Uniforms  Vivandiere of the 72nd Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry?

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This uniform plate shows a Vivandiere of the 72nd Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry. A vivandiere usually serves drinks or water and this appears to show a women involved in providing medical assistance. Any thoughts the vivandiere shown in this uniform plate?
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What about the "bee" flag? Any thoughts on the uniforms shown? What about the red cap on the captain?

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 ★ ★   Buford, John

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John Buford Jr.
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Born: March 4, 1826
Birthplace: Woodford County, Kentucky
Father: Colonel John Buford Sr. 1778 – 1847
Mother: Ann B. Watson
Wife: Martha McDowell “Pattie” Duke 1830 – 1903

Children:
James Duke Buford 1855 – 1874​
(Buried: Georgetown Cemetery, Georgetown, Kentucky)​
Pattie McDowell Duke Buford 1857 – 1863​
(Buried: Georgetown Cemetery, Georgetown, Kentucky)​

Education:
1848: Graduated from West Point Military...​

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