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  1. CSA General Wreaks Havoc in Missouri Town
    date January 1, 1862map CHRISTIAN, Missouritags Sterling Price

    Dissent, the one word that is able to break apart any organization. One particular instance of dissent took place in 1862 in Springfield, Missouri. The citizens of Springfield became thoroughly displeased with the practices of the confederate soldiers in their town. These practices, undertaken by General Sterling Price of the Confederate Army, became the focusing point of controversy for the citizens...