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Gen. Magruder orders torching of Hampton Roads

Gen. Magruder orders torching of Hampton Roads

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HAMPTON ROADS, VA—Confederate Gen. John B. Magruder orders locals to torch Hampton Roads, Virginia, lest it fall into the hands of former slaves freed by Union troops.

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