Wednesday, May 30, 2012

Today in the Lincoln conspiracy: May 30

Lewis Thornton Powell



Lewis Powell (also known as Paine or Payne) spent more time in military service than any other Lincoln conspirator.  He was wounded during the battle of Gettysburg and later rode with Mosby's Rangers in Virginia.

On May 30, 1861, Powell left his family home and began his military career at the age of 17.  He enlisted in the 2nd Florida Infantry.  He served with that unit until he was hospitalized in November 1862.

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