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27 October 1864
Johnston, Witter H., fl. 1861-1864
to Miss Sue Johnston
The weather is unpleasant and he has not gotten much mail lately. In the future he says she should see an improvement in his letters.
GLC02167.34
25 April 1865?
to the Folks at home
Laurens came to visit and they had a great time. He is feeling well.
GLC02167.40
1861-1866
to unknown
He presumes they will do fatigue and picket duty in the summer time. He mentions Emily.
GLC02167.46
3 November 1861
Miller, Michael Murray, fl. 1861-1864
to Lile Miller
Written at Camp Pierpont to his wife. Describes the funeral procession for a fallen soldier from his regiment.
GLC02155.015
September 29, 1861
Lay, Creed A., fl. 1861-1864
to his wife
GLC01013.02
October 13, 1861
GLC01013.03
29 July 1862
Burpee, Thomas Francis, 1830-1864
to Mrs. Thomas F. Burpee
Praises his wife. Written at Camp Foote.
GLC02744.001
01 August 1862
He writes he will be unable to come home that Sunday. Written at Camp Foote.
GLC02744.003
He writes he will try to be home on Tuesday. He instructs her to tell the children that they should love their country next to God. Written at Camp Foote.
GLC02744.004
07 August 1862
He writes they had an election of officers that day. Written at Camp Foote.
GLC02744.005
15 August 1862
He writes they received their equipment and arms today. Written at Camp Foote.
GLC02744.006
14 August 1862
He writes about the sacrifice the country has made. Written at Camp Foote.
GLC02744.007
12 August 1862
He writes that when they are ready to leave, he intends to spend a day or two at home.
GLC02744.008
18 August 1862
He gives instructions on how to make his drawers and under shirts.
GLC02744.009
17 August 1862
He writes about how all the men are going home for the last time. Written at Camp Foote.
GLC02744.010
circa 1861-1864
He writes he will send her $25.
GLC02744.011
1861-1864
Norton, Levi W., fl. 1861-1862
[envelope address to Master Frederic L. Norton]
Envelope has free frank signature of Reuben Eaton Fenton.
GLC09006.15
18 March 1864
Jones, George N., fl. 1865
[permission for George Clapp to leave camp]
This document was permission for George Clapp to leave camp and go to Brandy Station, Virginia, to visit a friend and return no later than 5:00 PM. It is signed by numerous officers on the company, regiment, and brigade level. Written at Camp...
GLC09355.053
30 September 1862
Painter, Heber, 1841-1900
to Rebecca Frick
Written to his aunt, Mrs. George A. Frick (Rebecca Frick). Wishes that his aunt would send him a five dollar bill in tomorrow's mail. Reports that he received a letter from John, whom with another company, is occupying a very dangerous position at...
GLC02016.022
31 August 1863
to sister Kate
Reports that after Charleston, South Carolina is occupied, there are plans to move on to Wilmington, North Carolina. Writes that Captain Jackson has left for the north to bring back conscripts for the regiment.
GLC02016.038
8 October 1864
to George A. Frick
Written to his uncle, George A. Frick of Danville, Pennsylvania. Reports that there was heavy fighting along the lines of the Tenth Corps yesterday.
GLC02016.061
26 October 1864
to his sister
He has received orders to march but doesn't know the destination. Assures his sister that they have not abandoned the rebel capital, as troops from the Tenth Corps have been sent as replacements. Writes that the soldiers are angry with General...
GLC02016.065
20 June 1865
Francis, Edward E., fl. 1864-1866
to George F. Morse
report of mustering out of troops from the 91st Regiment in Albany, and expressions of sorrow over the death of Frank Doane.
GLC02180.31
23 January 1862
Parrott, John A., fl. 1861-1877
to sister
He left home last Friday and Henry accompanied him to the train. He leaves for Louisville tonight.
GLC03858.01.01
20 August 1862
He wishes to know who has enlisted since he left.
GLC03858.01.07
14 February 1864
Details troop movement to engage with Confederates.
GLC02744.154
1861-1877
[Ruins of Army Bridge across Tennessee River at Bridgeport]
pontoon bridge in course of construction.
GLC07000.48
1862
Chappel, Alonzo, 1828-1887
Battle of Shiloh
One engraving entitled "Battle of Shiloh" dated 1862. Depicts hand to hand combat between Union and Confederate forces during the Battle of Shiloh, April 6-7, 1862. Caption notes "recapture of artillery by a portion of Gen. Rosseau's command."...
GLC08878.0132
Battle of Malvern Hill
One engraving entitled "Battle of Malvern Hill" dated 1862. Depicts a view of the Battle of Malvern Hill, July 1 1862. Engraved after an original painting by Alonzo Chappel in possession of the publishers at time of engraving. Engraver unknown.
GLC08878.0137
Darley, Felix Octavius Carr, 1822-1888
Battle Near Mill Springs, KY-Death of Zollicoffer
One engraving entitled "Battle Near Mill Springs, KY-Death of Zollicoffer" dated 1862. Depicts the death of General Felix Kirk Zollicoffer during the Battle of Mill Springs, January 19, 1862. In the center of the painting a mortally wounded General...
GLC08878.0145
1863
Attack on Fredericksburgh-Dec. 1862
One engraving entitled "Attack on Fredericksburgh-Dec. 1862" dated 1863. Depicts a scene from the Battle of Fredericksburgh, December 11-15, 1862. In the forefront of the image, Union forces use boats and pontoon bridges to cross a river into...
GLC08878.0158
1865
Nast, Thomas, 1840-1902
Attack on Knoxville
One engraving entitled "Attack on Knoxville" dated 1865. Depicts a scene from the Battle of Knoxville, November 17- December 4, 1863. Union soliders defend Knoxville from a Confederate attack. In the center of the image a Union solider shoots a...
GLC08878.0168
1864
Action Between the Kearsarge & Alabama
One engraving entitled "Action Between the Kearsarge & Alabama" dated 1864. Depicts a naval battle between the USS Kearsarge and the CSS Alabama, June 19, 1864. Caption notes, "rescue of the crew of the Alabama by the Deerhound." Engraved from the...
GLC08878.0170
1897
Sheppard, Warren, 1858-1937
Sinking of the Alabama
One engraving entitled "Sinking of the Alabama" dated 1897. Depicts the sinking of the CSS Alabama. Surviving confederate sailors swim towards an awaiting rescue vessel. Engraved from a painting by Warren Sheppard. Engraving possibly from the book,...
GLC08878.0171
12 May 1891
Racum, Green, fl. 1891
Certificate for Pension
GLC06728.113
13 August 1863
Lee, George Washington Custis, 1832-1913
[special orders no. 156]
The letter reads "Special Orders No. 156." Miller is to be assigned to a new command.
GLC02691.11.044
3 November 1863
to Miller A. Wright
Unnumbered special order. Military assignment.
GLC02691.11.047
6 November 1861
Willcoxon, John B., fl. 1861
to General John B. Floyd
Formal notice of the discharge of Private Miller A. Wright. Also signed by the same Major John B. Willcoyer (see # 19).
GLC02691.11.022
9 February 1864
Taylor, Walter Herron, 1838-1916
to Frank E. Burke
Mr. Taylor informs Mr. Burke that General Lee cannot approve the transfer of any man without consultation of commanding officers, and further review of military regulations. There is no specific reference to a soldier whose status may be in question...
GLC02691.11.055
23 February 1864
Burke, Frank G., fl. 1864
The salutation refers to Miller as Lieutenant Colonel. He is ordered to "proceed immediately" to the command of Brigadier General Gardner on "official business".
GLC02691.11.057
27 December 1864
Wright, Moses R., fl. 1864
The salutation reads "Dear Nephew." Moses is helping Miller go into business. He writes briefly here to ensure that he reaches Miller, as he may not see his nephew for a few days.
GLC02691.11.076
June 1896
Howe, Julia Ward, 1819-1910
Juila Ward Howe
GLC05603.02.21
30 December 1865
List of clothing transferred
List of clothing transferred by Lietenant Jospeh Hester to Heber Painter. The list includes coats, trousers, flannel shirts, drawers, boots, forage caps, blankets, and stockings.
GLC02016.115.02
2 October 1865
Hested, Joseph, fl. 1865
List of quartermaster's stores
Partially printed document. includes a list of quartermaster's stores received from Lieutenant Heber Painter by Joseph Hested.
GLC02016.163
17 January 1866
Cadwalader, George, 1806-1879
Partially printed document including a list of stores received by George Cadwallder from Heber Painter.
GLC02016.165
19 January 1866
Partially printed document including a list of stores received by George Cadwallader from Heber Painter. It appears that Cadwallader mistakenly writes received of "Heber Daniels" instead of "Heber Painter" in the lower portion of the document.
GLC02016.166
23 January 1866
Partially printed document of quartermaster's stores received of Heber Painter to George Cadwallader.
GLC02016.168
GLC02016.169
17 March 1864
Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865
General orders No. 1
Announces that Ulysses S. Grant is to take command of the Armies of the United States.
GLC02016.174
Monthly return of quartermaster's stores
Partially printed document monthly return of stores issued at City Point, Virginia.
GLC02016.142
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