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escort to Springfield
Following the remains of President Lincoln came the party which was to serve as an escort to Springfield. It included several of Lincoln's old-time friends, among them Judge David Davis and Ward Lamon; a Guard of honor, composed of prominent army officers; a large congressional commitee, several govenors of States, a special delegation from Illinois, and a bodyguard.
Who does know more about the escort to Springfield, i.e. names of the prominent army officers, who were in the guard of honor, which governors? I suspect the bodyguard was Captain Charles Penrose?
Thanks as always!
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