The Soldier Who Killed A.P. Hill Tells His Story
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John Watson Mauk did not like to talk about the events that led to his shooting and killing Lt. Gen. Ambrose Powell Hill on April 2, 1865. But the corporal in the 138th Pennsylvania Infantry told the story at least twice. Here's his version of events.
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