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Nathaniel Lyons Wartime Ribbon. This item reflects the unwavering Unionist sentiment demonstrated by St. Louis' large German...
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Nathaniel Lyons Wartime Ribbon. This item reflects the unwavering Unionist sentiment demonstrated by St. Louis' large German immigrant population throughout the Civil War. "VORWARTS!" (FORWARD!) tops this 2" x 5" light blue silk ribbon paying homage to General Nathaniel Lyons and the 1861 "St.Louis Massacre" which was precipitated by his actions. Lyons, a staunch foe of secession, commanded Federal troops in Missouri and found himself at odds with the state's pro-Confederate governor, Claiborne Jackson. Upon learning that Missouri State Guardsmen planned to seize the Federal Arsenal in St. Louis, Lyons had the arms moved to Illinois. Rebel wannabes among the populace were furious, of course, and rioting erupted in the streets on May 10, 1861. A fair number of civilian casualties resulted as Lyons' troops restored order. Whether Lyons was despotic or patriotic depended on one's politics. Regardless, Missourians were polarized by Lyons and would spend the next four years prosecuting their enemies (and neighbors) with a ruthless brutality unbecoming of Victorian gentlemen. The ribbon has a likeness of Lyons sandwiched between "Thy Radicalism saved Missouri" and "Radicalism the only salvation". Dated May 10, 1863, this piece commemorates the second anniversary of the "massacre". Uneven top and bottom edges with two small pieces of silk adhering to the face of the ribbon. Light sun fading, else good eye-appeal. A rare item.Auction Info
2006 December Signature Civil War Auction #642 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
December, 2006
1st-2nd
Friday-Saturday
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