Garden, John R., fl. 1841-1864 Diary of John R. Garden.
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02989 Author/Creator: Garden, John R., fl. 1841-1864 Place Written: Various Places Type: Diary Date: 1862-1863 Pagination: 1 v. : 154 p. ; 18.9 x 13.2 cm. Order a Copy
Diary covers activity of the 62nd regiment of Pennsylvania Volunteers, with roll of company M and daily entries. Includes detailed account of action at Gettysburg, mentioning Gen. Reynold's death and the fight for the wheat field (2 July 1863 entry). Contains list of arms and accoutrements including clothing.
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