Pryce Lewis
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Pryce Lewis (February 13, 1831 – December 6, 1911) was an operative of the Pinkerton Detective Agency and Union spy during the American Civil War. His activities in Charleston, Virginia and the surrounding area heavily assisted the Union Army during the early years of the war. Lewis was later captured and played a part in the trial and execution of fellow agent Timothy Webster.
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Pryce Lewis | |
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Born | (1831-02-13)February 13, 1831 Newtown, Wales |
Died | December 6, 1911(1911-12-06) (aged 80) New York City, New York, U.S. |
Nationality | Welsh |
Other names | "Lord Tracy" |
Occupation | Spy |
Years active | 1860–1862 |
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