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Clues in the Message
Let's begin our search for Sugar Loaf Mountain by examining the evidence in the message that
Lieutenant Miner sent. Here it is in full:
A large wagon train - judge 50 to 75 wagons, moving out from Leesburg easterly, in direction of
Edwards Ferry. Continuous clouds of dust seen on roads leading in & out of Leesburg. A large wagon park 4
to 6 miles southeast of Leesburg, near turnpike. The enemy are now shelling the aqueduct over Monocacy river,
and I judge are attempting to cross, from the reports of musketry heard."
There are many clues in the message. Let's begin with the geographical references.
What physical and human-made features are given in this message? Write your answer on the Maryland in the Civil War: Signaling an Invasion Worksheet, question 1.
Ask your teacher for a printed copy of the Worksheet if you don't already have one.
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