Isaiah Smith papers, 1860-1867.

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Isaiah Smith papers, 1860-1867.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/488682334

The collection consists of a diary and photographs. Also included are an introduction, description, and transcription of the diary done by descendents of Isaiah Smith. The diary covers Isaiah Smith's daily life from July 1860 until February 1867. Such topics as family, friends, work, church, singing, the weather, army camp, hospital duties, and fellow soldiers are described. There are also several pages of accounts and medicines. The photographs are of Smith, his family, and his CSA discharge certificate.

0.25 linear feet.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7598893

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Smith, Isaiah, 1833-1922.

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Isaiah Smith (1833-1922), born in Houston County, Georgia, was a machinist, farm hand, and mill operator. He served in Co. K, Georgia 31st Infantry until illness forced a medical discharge in October 1862. He later re-enlisted and worked in several field hospitals in Georgia. In December 1863 he married Susan Broughton (1844-1924). From the description of Isaiah Smith papers, 1860-1867. (University of Georgia). WorldCat record id: 488682334 ...

Confederate states of America. Army

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The Savannah Ordnance Depot, Savannah, Georgia, was organized as a field depot during the Civil War. In April 1864, it became the Savannah Arsenal under the supervision of the Chief of Ordnance. From the description of Savannah Ordnance Depot employment roll, 1864. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 38477938 The Confederate States of America Army may have created the position of Purchasing Commissary of Subsistence to oversee the distribution of food and other supplies to the Co...