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To his surprise found the carpet bag his father had sent was missing items and it appeared as if the lock had been broken.

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The officers headed by Col. Hawkins were taken to the headquarters of Major Gen. Sumner and Gen. Wilcox as well who praised the 9th regiment.

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He mentions that there is a movement started by Col. Hawkins to raise funds to build a monument in Central Park or another suitable place to commemorate the officers that have died in the war.

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They have been marching with three days cooked rations and 16 rounds ammunition. Meanwhile their destination is unknown.

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He thinks the 9th regiment will most likely go on to Richmond. He has not yet caught the carpet bag thief.

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He copies out orders from Burnside regarding a meeting with the enemy. He includes a song, "Battle of Fredericksburg, Va."

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The rain has delayed their movement.

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He talks about the coat he might pruchase from Captain Rodriguez.

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Lt. Col. Kimball will be in New York and Richard has told him to stop in and see his father.

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He writes that it is argued that the rebels have the best general, Robert E. Lee on the continent. General Sumner has been relieved from command and General Couch has taken his place.

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He advises his father not to mail the coat as one of his fellow soldiers will be in New York and he has authorized him to go get it.

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He thinks they may go to North Carolina next. a violent snow storm raged the other day through which he rode his horse. He thinks he may have been in New York if it wasn't for the movement that countermanded the order which granted furloughs.

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He is currently onboard a steamer and will reach Fortress Monroe at midnight.

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He arrived in New Port News, Va. The Major told them he had been detailed Provost Marshall.

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He tells him to buy green shoulder straps which denote rifleman or blue ones which denote infantry.

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He tells him not to send the coat but to hang onto it until Corporal Newman calls on him.

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He tells him there will be no furloughs now so the Corporal won't be coming. He'll have to send the coat express anyway.

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He asks his father what Martha Watson thinks of him since he has been writing to her frequently.

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He acknowledges receipt of the coat.

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He talks about how good his coats fit. One has gold lace on the sleeves, the same as the Confederate soldiers wear, which confused some people. He went to the theater.

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A grand review of the whole 9th Army Corps. took place. He received everything he asked for from his father.

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He is "Officer of the Day" today.

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He describes the vessels, the "Langamon" and the "Galena."

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He is getting acquainted with the naval officers. expects Burnside to once again take command of his favorite 9th Army Corps.

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He entrusted his valise to Lt. Perly who will be in New York a couple of days and instructed him to call on his father if he has time.

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He just received amrching orders, destination unknown but suspects it will be North or South Carolina.

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Everyone is being shipped out to Suffolk. He writes about the Conscription Law that makes no provision for the 2 year troops after their time has elapsed. He admonishes the people that have stayed home and done nothing.

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He writes there is a great number of sea shells to collect. He wants to know what the people in New York think of his regiment. Then tells his father not to worry if he is taken prisoner. If he ever meets a secessionist "I will not try to take him...

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No news. A large mail came but there was nothing from his father. He will write another letter later.

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He is glad his father put the money he sent to good use...has a gripe with Mr. Choate. thinks he does not deserve to be paid back and doesn't understand why he doesn't fight for his country. He quotes from a letter of him that illustrates why he...

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He tells his father not to send any more clothes until he writes for them and is glad that Capt. Bernard was discharged.

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Includes a sketch of a windmill.

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He describes the weather but then says he has nothing to write about. He is currently helping to build barracks. Then describes two rebel propellers that shot at their boats.

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He writes he is one of the best drilled men in the regiment and can stand a rigid examination. He seeks the officer recommendation for a commission.

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He tells him to pay Mr. Choate what he owes when he gets paid. They have removed to Camp Windfield..

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Thanks him for the picture of himself before he enlisted. Then describes his regiment flag and asks his father why he isn't using the money he sent

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They are still building the fort while waiting for the rebel to attack. He regrets they were not in New York for New Year's. He intends to send him most of his pay.

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There is a rumor of their intended departure on Gen. Burnside's expedition which is strengthened by the arrival or 2 or 3 light draught gun boats daily. Everyone has been preparing by making requisitons for extra ammunition and equipment. He insists...

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It is now a reality that they will go on General Burnside's expedition. He requests several newspapers.

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Burnside's expedition will have them travelling on the Staten Island Ferry. They will be the advance guard, set to attack Roanoke Island, then onto Norfolk, North Carolina...15,000 to 20,000 men on board the vessels.

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They experienced hurricane-like weather. Now it seems as though they won't go on Burnside's expedition but will keep his father posted

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He finally got an acknowledgement from his father that the money he sent was received. Yesterday they had the monthly inspection of the troops' quarters.

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He finally received orders to pack up and leave for Burnside's expedition. They will be aboard the Spaulding. He writes he may not hear from him for sometime, but tells him not to worry.

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Their regiment has captured Roanoke Island (50 pieces of artillery and over 2000 prisoners). Next they go to Raleigh. He received his pay again and sent most of it to his father.

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written over, cannot be read. Written aboard the steamer "Virginia".

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He embarked on board a gun boat named Commodore Barney whose sole mission was to burn down a railroad bridge. Hedescribes a somewhat eventful journey and encampment. Written aboard the steamer "Virginia".

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He writes of the difficulty of staying in contact. He is glad that he has survived a severe battle. He lists all the people he has not heard from in a while.Written aboard the steamer "Virginia"

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They have now been ordered to garrison on Roanoke. He describes his quarters in great detail.

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He writes of an intimate acquaintance of his that was recently promoted.

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He remarks upon the newspapers his father has sent him that include articles about recent battles. A particular editorial has him riled...their regiment received a beautiful new flag.

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He is glad that his father received the $35. He regrets that there is no news and is forced to write a short letter.

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He writes that since Roanoke was taken, hundreds of slaves have left their masters and sought protection from the Union and are now employed by the government.

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They were ordered to embark on board the gun boat "Virginia." They anchored where they found a house and a man with a truce flag. 25 or 30 men came out which they took as prisoners. They all got new uniforms.

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He enjoyed the Chaplain's lecture. He is going to Elizabeth City next.

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General Johnston has been reported dead. He believes Jefferson Davis will soon meet his fate. Mentions Mr. Watson.

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He gives a detailed account of the Battle of River Bridge. A close friend of his , William, is killed in battle. In total they lost 12 or 15 men.

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He complains he has not received any mail from him lately. Hewmentions their Adjutant who was killed in River Bridge.

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An order was read to reduce the regiment of three corporals. A John Davis was one of them. He warns his father not to tell John's parents.

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The received a letter from John Davis's sister asking why his father hasn't called on him.

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He is anxiously awaiting a decision on whether he will get furlough.

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He includes sketch with a soldier standing next to a cannon, tee pees, an American Indian and a banner that says "Union."
He mentions a Sergeant Chas E. Hill.

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He complains the only mail he receives are newspapers and his friends seem to have forgotten him.

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He received the news of his father's upcoming marriage and trip to Rochester. Fred L., who has been sick for some time received a furlough. He mentions all the possessions he left behind when he enlisted.

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He is sending this letter as well as some other things along with a Corp. Hugh McMann.

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Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Bust portrait of a man.

GLC08878.1924

Engraving of unknown woman

One engraving of an unknown woman dated circa 1865. Three quarter length portrait of a woman in a fancy dress with a shawl edged in fur and a wreath of flowers in her hair.

GLC08878.1925

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Bust portrait of a man.

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Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Bust portrait of a man in a suit.

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Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Half seated portrait of a man.

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Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Half portrait of a man.

GLC08878.1929

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Bust profile portrait of a man.

GLC08878.1930

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Bust portrait of a man in a suit with a high collar.

GLC08878.1931

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Bust portrait of a man.

GLC08878.1932

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Bust portrait of a man with a disheveled bow tie.

GLC08878.1933

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Bust portrait of a man in a military uniform with a sash and medal around his collar.

GLC08878.1934

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Half seated portrait of a man at a table.

GLC08878.1935

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Bust portrait of a man based on a painting by Joshua Reynolds.

GLC08878.1936

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Bust profile portrait of a man.

GLC08878.1937

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Bust portrait of a man.

GLC08878.1938

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Full seated portrait of a man.

GLC08878.1939

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Half seated portrait of a man.

GLC08878.1940

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Full standing portrait of a man leaning on a column.

GLC08878.1941

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Half portrait of a man in a ruffled collar.

GLC08878.1942

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Half seated portrait of a man.

GLC08878.1943

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Bust portrait of a man.

GLC08878.1944

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Full seated portrait of a man at a table holding papers.

GLC08878.1945

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Full seated portrait of a man in religious garb, possibly a cardinal in the Catholic Church.

GLC08878.1946

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Half portrait of a man in formal clothing including a cape.

GLC08878.1947

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Half seated portrait of a man at a table it looks like it was based on a sketch.

GLC08878.1948

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Bust portrait of a man the engraving looks like it was based on a sketch.

GLC08878.1949

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Bust portrait of a man.

GLC08878.1950

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Half portrait of a man looking forward.

GLC08878.1951

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Half portrait of a man holding a cane.

GLC08878.1952

Engraving of unknown man

One engraving of an unknown man dated circa 1865. Bust portrait of a man. Same image as GLC08878.1915.

GLC08878.1953

Old Curiosity Shop

One engraving entitled Old Curiosity Shop dated circa 1865. Depicts a scene with a man sitting in a chair drinking as he leans back on the back legs of the chair. Besides him is a woman leaning against the wall wiping her mouth on the back of her...

GLC08878.1954

Don Quixote Fights a Lion

One engraving entitled Don Quixote Fights a Lion dated circa 1865. Depicts a scene from the novel Don Quixote in which he fights a lion that is in a cage on the back of a cart.

GLC08878.1955

[Russian Cross]

One engraving of a Russian Cross dated circa 1865. Depicts a cross with Christian imagery. At the bottom of the image is a caption that reads "Russian Cross, Taken From A House In The Rear Of the Redan Sebastopola."

GLC08878.1956

Guy Mannering

One engraving entitled Guy Mannering dated circa 1865. Depicts a barefoot man in robes speaking to two other men seated at a table. The men at the table are dressed in western clothing.

GLC08878.1957

[Seal of New York]

One engraving of the seal of New York dated circa 1800. Depicts both sides of the seal of the state of New York dated 1777 featuring a sun rising over three mountains.

GLC08878.1958