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Lincoln and the Black Hawk War

Milan, IL , USA

Latitude & Longitude: 41° 26' 34.379988", -90° 34' 6.840012"
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On May 8, 1832, while encamped approximately one mile west of this point, Abraham Lincoln was mustered into the military service of the United States. Captain Lincoln's company was mustered into state service at Beadrdstown April 28. The day before beginning the march to this place by way of Yellow Banks or Oquawka.

Last updated: 2/14/2015 15:17:00
 
   
 
 
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