Though the city changed hands multiple times during the Civil War, there was no "battle" for Huntsville.  In April of 1862, American forces were able to walk right into town and take control, but how?  In today's mini-episode, we're talking Civil War diaries, Morse code, the importance of trains, and how one woman's actions impacted an entire town. 

For more Huntsville, Alabama, history you can subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, follow us on Instagram at @lilyflaggpodcast, and check out our website (with show transcripts) at lilyflaggpodcast.wordpress.com.

This episode is sponsored by WeAreHuntsville (wearehuntsville.com, @WeAreHuntsville on social)