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George W. Quimby to Emeline B. Masta

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Creator: Quimby, George W., 1835-1862.
Date Created: 1862-03-22
Description: Topics include the anticipation of marching to Alexandria in just over a week‚Äôs time, the resignation of Captain Tucker, and the promotion of George W. Quimby to captaincy. Mentions the slow moving Grand Army of the Potomac and the feeling that it may never see any fighting.
Parent Collections: Vermonters in the Civil War, George W. Quimby Correspondence

George W. Quimby to Emeline B. Masta

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Creator: Quimby, George W., 1835-1862.
Date Created: 1862-07-12
Description: Topics include an account of a battle starting on the 27th of June (Battle of Gaines' Mill/First Cold Harbor/Chickahominy). Quimby mentions some explosions that surprisingly caused less harm than expected. Difficulties include long marches, usually at night; surprise attacks; and water deprivation.
Parent Collections: Vermonters in the Civil War, George W. Quimby Correspondence

Joseph Rutherford to [Hannah Rutherford]

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Creator: Rutherford, Joseph Chase, 1818-1902.
Date Created: 1862-11-25
Description: Topics include the possibility of action, ammunition and the mini ball, of high morale among the soldiers, of John Piper being described as the best marksman and now being Rutherford's body guard, an order from the War Department for Surgeons to remove themselves from action as much as possible, a case of Typhoid and the improbability of Rutherford taking a leave of absence at this time.
Parent Collections: Vermonters in the Civil War, Joseph Chase Rutherford Correspondence

Joseph Rutherford to [Hannah Rutherford]

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Creator: Rutherford, Joseph Chase, 1818-1902.
Date Created: 1864-11-18
Description: A letter to Rutherford‚Äôs daughter comparing raw recruits with experienced soldiers he has fought alongside, description of the mood in camp, mentions the difference of his situation than 30 days ago when many battles have been fought, and the hope to try to visit home.
Parent Collections: Vermonters in the Civil War, Joseph Chase Rutherford Correspondence

Charles F. Bancroft to Mary Bancroft

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Creator: Bancroft, Charles F., 1835-1862.
Date Created: 1862-02-16
Description: Topics include Charles Bancroft's health, the food that is being cooked in camp, and the capture of Fort Donelson, Tenn. Bancroft wasn't involved in it, but the fall of Ft. Donelson reminds him that his tour of duty, if not the whole war, may be over by year's end. Bancroft sounds more confident as a soldier (enjoys picketing) and is certain he could serve another two years if asked.
Parent Collections: Vermonters in the Civil War, Charles F. Bancroft Correspondence

Valentine G. Barney to Maria Barney

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Creator: Barney, Valentine G., 1834-1889.
Date Created: 1861-07-07
Description: Writes of his uncertainty of when he will head home, of the men being anxious to be out of the army and away from camp life, a visit from Sect. Cameron, of the family
Parent Collections: Vermonters in the Civil War, Valentine G. Barney Correspondence

Valentine G. Barney to Maria Barney

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Creator: Barney, Valentine G., 1834-1889.
Date Created: 1862-12-10
Description: From Camp Douglas topics include the continued improvement of Barney‚Äôs health, being busy with issues with the company including low morale and discipline, the good weather in Chicago and having received a photo of Maria.
Parent Collections: Vermonters in the Civil War, Valentine G. Barney Correspondence

William Wirt Henry to Mary Jane Henry

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Creator: Henry, William Wirt, 1831-1915.
Date Created: 1862-11-02
Description: Writes as cannon fire shakes the ground in camp, speculates that this a big battle (There was a naval assault on Fort McAllister), reflects on hoping this battle will help end the war, is acting Lt. Col., wonders who might replace him as major, sickness in camp, and family matters including receiving photographs of his wife.
Parent Collections: Vermonters in the Civil War, William Wirt Henry Correspondence

Benjamin F. Parmenter to Brother

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Creator: Parmenter, Benjamin F., 1832-1896.
Date Created: 1861-08-08
Description: Topics include the regiment being located at Bush Hill Camp, rumors that they may join up with another brigade, more discussion of the 1st Battle of Bull Run, Parmenter's low opinions of the regiments officers,and his disappointment in the treatment of the soldiers.
Parent Collections: Vermonters in the Civil War, Correspondence of Benjamin F. Parmenter

Wheelock G. Veazey to Julia A. Veazey

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Creator: Veazey, Wheelock G., 1835-1898.
Date Created: 1861-09-06
Description: Topics include advancements made by the Regiment although they have not seen any action yet.
Parent Collections: Vermonters in the Civil War, Wheelock Graves Veazey Correspondence

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