Avington Wayne Simpson papers, 1862-1865, 1880.

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Avington Wayne Simpson papers, 1862-1865, 1880.

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Manuscript diary, about 150 pages, half-filled with entries dated 12 February 1862-9 August 1865, documenting Avington Wayne Simpson's service during the Civil War with the Missouri State Guard and the 5th Missouri Infantry Regiment. The diary also includes two pages of genealogy, dated 17 January 1880, and an undated autograph from a friend. Also included are photocopies of a typed transcription of the diary; two certificates of war service; and 20 pages of Simpson's other service records, including muster roll reports, personal and company requisition and expense reports, and his signed parole at the end of the war. Entries in the diary are short and vivid, describing the campaigns in Mississippi, Tennessee, Georgia, and Alabama in detail, particularly the hardships of forced marches, retreats, frequent skirmishing and constant picket duty, punctuated by death in battle or, quite often, death from sickness. Descriptions of military life mention soldiers' concerns for proper food, better camp conditions, and the cutting of communication and supply lines. Occasional amusements, including socializing with local ladies, are also described.

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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

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Confederate States of America. Army. Missouri Infantry Regiment, 5th

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Confederate states of America. Army

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Simpson, Avington Wayne, 1834-

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Avington Wayne Simpson (b. 1834) was a soldier from June 1861 until May 1865. He began with the Missouri State Guard and then served with the 5th Missouri Infantry Regiment of the Confederate Army. In 1863, Simpson was sent west of the Mississippi as a recruiting officer. Simpson was captured in April 1865 by the Union army, along with the entire garrison at Spanish Fort, Ala. He was paroled on 9 May 1865 in Meridian, Miss. From the description of Avington Wayne Simpson papers, 1862-...

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