First, thanks George (are you from the Bay I knew some Purvis) I'll try to fine a copy of the book. I'm related to the Ladnes/Favre & the Niciase I've been able to get alot of their service records so I could join the SCV if you can believe it there is a large group up here in Colorado! To Jim: I agree with you there will always be disagreement espically with the ACW, & Joe I would like to applaud the actions of the 9th Conn, but historically many Union Force did take part in the theft & destruction of private property it's not to say that Southern Force didn't do this also but it happen more on Southern Soil! I hope you stay on the site for I would like to hear more about the action that happen in Bay St. Louis. Thanks to all.