John Browns Raid (oct 16, 1858 – oct 18, 1858)
Description:
john Brown led a raid on the federal armory and arsenal at Harpers Ferry, Virginia, in a attempt to steal the guns and ammunition located there, the distribute them amongst the local slaves and start a armed insurrection all across the South. It was quickly dismantled by a group of US Marines led by Col. Robert E. Lee.Added to timeline:
Date:
oct 16, 1858
oct 18, 1858
~ 2 days