In the last week of June 1863, Confederate Gen. William “Extra Billy” Smith rode into York -- creating a traffic jam by making a colorful speech to the bystanders and even calling up the band.

At 65 years old, Extra Billy Smith was the oldest general at the battle of Gettysburg. He delivered a less-than-memorable martial performance. However, on Sunday, June 28, ...

Club news: Program on Confederate General “Extra Billy” Smith to take place Aug. 1 at Bella Vista Historical Museum July 27, 2024 by Deb Harvell, Carin Schoppmeyer ...