4 July 1862: Friday

The Union - civilian
Independence Day was greeted by the North with even more than usual enthusiasm notwithstanding the discouraging news from Virginia. Speeches, proclamations and general orders ruled the day.

Virginia
There is a Union reconnaissance from Harrison's Landing.

There is a skirmish at Westover.

The Confederate gunboat Teaser was captured by Union troops as it attempted to go down the James and launch an observation balloon made of old silk frocks.

Mississippi
The bombardment of Vicksburg continues.

South Carolina
There is a skirmish at Port Royal Ferry.

Texas
Confederates attack US vessels near Velasco.

Kentucky
Confederate John Hunt Morgan embarks on his first Kentucky raid, which lasted until July 28.

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Bibliography
The Civil War Day By Day: An Almanac 1861-1865. E.B. Long with Barbara Long, De Capo, 1971