Papers Regarding the 2nd Connecticut Volunteer Artillery's History, 1864 - 1865
Sub-Folder 1
Scope and Contents
4 papers, the first paper is from the Adjutant General of Connecticut, [H]. J. Morse asking for a report of the history of all Connecticut regiments since March 1 1864. He wants included in this a list of marches, engagements, and casualties. Along with this Morse requests a list of awards the company may have received. Included with this is a history written by Winthrop which follows Morse’s guidelines. The third paper is a notice written to the soldiers of the 2[sup]nd[/sup] Connecticut regiment from S.C. Newman, Genealogist of the Army. In this notice he notifies the soldiers of the completion of their regiment’s genealogy and thanks them for their assistance. The fourth paper is also from S.C. Newman and shows the breakdown by number and company on job, where they were born, whether they were married, and number of children.
Dates
- created: 1864 - 1865
Creator
- From the Collection: Phelps, Winthrop Henry, 1818-1885 (Person)
- From the Collection: Phelps, Lucy Fassett Robinson Benjamin, 1822-1901 (Person)
- From the Collection: Phelps, Ethel L. (Ethel Lowerre), 1888-1969 (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is open for research.
Extent
From the Collection: 7.00 boxes
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the Litchfield Historical Society Repository
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Litchfield CT 06759
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