Port Madison Citizens Form Union Guard
In an immediate response to the Governor's call to arms, seventy citizens at Port Madison organize a volunteer militia company to support the Union.
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We are informed by John Webster, Esq., of Kitsap County, that in one day after the receipt of the Governor's proclamation, a company of seventy men was formed at Port Madison. The 'Union Guards' have elected their officers, including Captain Wm. Fowler, 1st Lieutenant N. B. Manchester, and 2d Lieutenant E. D. Kromer, along with a full complement of sergeants and corporals. This rapid organization speaks well for the patriotism of the people of that locality.
“This speaks well for the patriotism of the people of that locality.”
The rapid formation of volunteer groups in response to national news reflects a time before instant digital communication, where local community mobilization was the primary method for asserting political standing and preparedness.
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