June 29 1861 “For several days back it has rained all the time making it very disagreeable in camp, and there are a number on the sick list”
June 29 1861 “For several days back it has rained all the time…”
Monthly Archives: June 2011
June 28 1861 The 21st were asked to reenlist for three years in the federal army.
June 28 1861 The 21st were asked to reenlist for three years in the federal army. “They entered the United States service almost to a man.”
June 27 1861 “Tomorrow June 28, no Officers or men will be permitted to pass out of the camp
June 27 1861 “Tomorrow June 28, no Officers or men will be permitted to pass out of the camp, as the Regt wil… (cont) http://deck.ly/~DEJoN
Wrote my wife Julia to let her know my son Fred and I had arrived safely.
Wrote my wife Julia to let her know my son Fred and I had arrived safely. Asked her to send McClelland’s report on the battles in Crimea.
Issued order that officers not be allowed off post without my express approval.
Issued order that officers not be allowed off post without my express approval. I gave lenience to the enlist… (cont) http://deck.ly/~LsIBN
June 26 1861 Discovered that several members of the Guard deserted their post last night.
June 26 1861 Discovered that several members of the Guard deserted their post last night. “Papers of US Grant” p48 #cw150
June 24 1861 Returned to Springfield.
June 24 1861 Returned to Springfield. Regimental discipline has suffered in my absence. #cw150
June 23 1861 Made quick trip to Galena to buy a uniform and horse.
June 23 1861 Made quick trip to Galena to buy a uniform and horse. Merchants insisted on payment in gold. #cw150
June 20 1861 Yesterday issued orders reducing the amount of drill
June 20 1861 Yesterday issued orders reducing the amount of drill and allowing freedom to leave camp provided it is not abused. #cw150
June 19 1861 My predecessor left discipline in a poor state
June 19 1861 My predecessor left discipline in a poor state and it will be hard work for the next few days to bring the regiment into order.