Wolcott, Laurens W., fl. 1861-1865 [Collection of Laurens W. Wolcott] [Decimalized .01- .38]
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00653.11 Author/Creator: Wolcott, Laurens W., fl. 1861-1865 Place Written: Various Places Type: Header Record Date: 1861-1865 Pagination: 39 items Order a Copy
Wolcott served as Lieutenant in the 52nd Illinois Infantry, D Company. He served with General Sherman on his march to the sea & in the Battle of Atlanta. The collection includes a General Order with battle map on verso, a coat of arms, an appointment order and war-time and post-war photographs (including a formal portrait). Collection includes 33 letters, 4 photographs and 2 miscellaneous items.
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