Union - Civilian/Government
Cotton speculation causes President Lincoln to say that individuals purchasing cotton should not impose terms not included in Federal rules.
Confederacy - Military
Kentucky
After two weeks of skirmishing and less than vigorous pursuit, Bragg's Confederate army makes good its escape from Don Carlos Buell's troops in Kentucky, following the Batle of Perryville.
Arkansas
There are skirmishes at Helena and Huntsville.
Indian Territory
There is a skirmish at Fort Wayne.
Missouri
There is a skirmish at Van Buren.
Virginia
There is a skirmish at Snickersville.
Tennessee
A Union expedition from Fort Donelson to Waverly fights several times between this day and October 25.
South Carolina
Union troops attack Pocotaglico (Yemassee) but are repulsed after several skirmishes.
Confederacy - Military
Kentucky
Confederate cavalry under General Joseph Wheeler take London.
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Bibliography
The Civil War Day By Day: An Almanac 1861-1865. E.B. Long with Barbara Long, De Capo, 1971
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