Diary, 1848-1872 (bulk 1848-1851).

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Diary, 1848-1872 (bulk 1848-1851).

This is the handwritten diary of Isaac Bard, a Presbyterian minister and circuit rider who travelled in western Kentucky. Bard describes his travels, noting the communities and people he preached to. In addition he speaks of his opposition to slavery, the election of President Zachary Taylor, and a trip to Mammoth Cave.

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Taylor, Zachary, 1784-1850

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Zachary Taylor (1784-1850), the twelfth president of the United States. In 1841, he was appointed to the command of the Sourthern Division of the United States. In the spring of 1845, Taylor appointed to command the Army of Occupation stationed in Corpus Christi. In May 1846, Taylor led his army into north Mexico. Following the battle of Monterey, Taylor was ordered to join General Winfield Scott at the siege of Veracruz. Taylor's victory at at the Battle of Buena Vista made him a national hero....

Bard, Isaac, 1797-1878.

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