Letters, 1861-1865.

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Letters, 1861-1865.

Group of 19 letters Jerry Smith sent to his family regarding his experiences of military service during the Civil War.. Includes detailed letters related to the Union Army capture of Roanoke Island, February 1862, and victory over Confederate forces in the Battle of Vicksburg, July 1863.

1 box (0.25 cubic ft.)

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SNAC Resource ID: 7616698

New York State Library

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Smith, Jerry, b. 1840.

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Civil War soldier from Worcester, New York; served in Company I of the 51st New York Regiment of Infantry. From the description of Letters, 1861-1865. (New York State Library). WorldCat record id: 49961823 ...

United States. Army. New York Infantry Regiment, 51st (1861-1865)

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