William C. Jones papers 1862-1863 Jones, William C.

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William C. Jones papers 1862-1863 Jones, William C.

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William Jones' Civil War correspondence provides a thorough documentation of one young recruit's service in the 38th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment. A literate and entertaining writer, Jones' letters include comments on his superiors, his religious views, and secessionists and the southern population.

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Jones, William C. (William Caswell), 1848-1915

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Jones, William C., b. ca. 1844 Rank : Private Regiment : 38th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment. Co. A (1862-1865) Service : 1862 July 28-1863 July 4 William C. Jones, an 18 year old clerk from Cambridge, Mass., enlisted in Co. A. of the 38th Massachusetts Volunteers during the summer of 1862. The best of intentions, however, did not keep him in the army for long, for less than a year later, he was discharged after contracting a strength...

United States. Army. Massachusetts Infantry Regiment, 38th (1862-1865)

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