Alfred Rhett

[Captain Do]

Looking for Alfred Rhett's court martial papers from his duel. Anybody able to help here?
Captain Do

 

[Stryker65]

The OR doesn't have them, but @RedRover may know where they may be found...

 

[RedRover]

Richmond Examiner, Oct. 31, 1861.


On Sept. 5, 1861, Rhett fought a duel with Col. W.R. Calhoun, with pistols, resulting in the death of Calhoun.

Alexandria Gazette, 10-29-1862.

It was said or understood that as martial law was in effect, Rhett was not arrested, etc. The Confederate army did nothing to Rhett particularly, though he was promoted and resumed command at Fort Sumter. From a post war account by a "secessionist."

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National Magazine ...

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Memphis Daily Appeal, Jan. 12, 1863.

 

[Captain Do]

Wow! Terrific digging much appreciated

Captaindo Do