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Death of an Assassin

The True Story of the German Murderer Who Died Defending Robert E. Lee

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The narrative uncovers the hidden past of a soldier who, originally a German assassin, fled to the U.S. to escape murder charges. Enlisting in a German company during the Mexican-American War, he ultimately met his end while defending Robert E. Lee's position at the Siege of Veracruz in 1847. This story reveals the complexities of identity and loyalty amidst the backdrop of historical conflict, shedding light on an overlooked chapter of military history.

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Death of an Assassin, Ann Marie Ackermann

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