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Frank C. Armstrong.

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Frank C. Armstrong.
Born on Choctaw Agency, Indian Territory. The only Confederate General to fight on both sides during the Civil War - and technically on both sides at the same time: a Union officer at 1st Bull Run, then fighting with the South at Pea Ridge and the clash at Chustenahlah, Cherokee Nation. Armstrong joined the Confederate Army on Aug. 10, 1861, however his resignation from the Union Army did not take effect until the 13th, thus placing him on both sides simultaneously. Commanded Confederate cavalry at Courtland, Ala., Iuka, Corinth, Tullahoma, Chickamauga, Atlanta, and others. With "Brigr. General, Forrest's Cavalry, C.S.A." in his hand. In light pencil, "Given Dec. 23, 1898," probably in Shaw's hand. Light marginal toning, else excellent.