Henry “I am Henry Washburne a soldier in the United Army, I was in the battle at the Goldsboro Bridge and was injured. A family nursed me back to health and I have returned to complete my duty to the United Army.” Upon finishing my statement five men dressed in familiar navy blue uniforms walk out from the bunkers, they still have their rifles aimed at me. “Get down from your horse. We will take you inside to speak with our military governor Edward Stanly.” I do everything I am told without hesitation. Instantly dismounting Brennan and guiding her reigns behind me I follow the soldiers towards the entrance of the fort. I do not know if the men believe me or not but they seem more at ease. I am assum

