This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
The Volunteer Soldier and a War Era Interview
A fragmented reminiscence covers the death of a volunteer and the toll of battle. It recalls scenes of a funeral-like farewell, a dramatic Melodrama exhibit, and a lengthy tour of a War Secretary’s office where pleas for commissions and aid are heard and recorded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stanton
Springfield
Fremont
Potomac
Missouri
Belmont
Minnesota
Gen. McClellan
Bull, Run
Philadelphia Cavalry
Ordnnance Department
Tate
Haves
Richmond
Beckwith
Ohio
Wilson
Senate
Army
Wilkins
Pittsburg
Col
Geary
Bolivar
Mc Santon
Tam
St.Louis
Taman Union Mn
Crittenden