Civil War Diary, 1864.

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Civil War Diary, 1864.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/50686751

The diary covers the period from 4 January to 10 September 1864. The entries concern weather, personal feelings and observations, health, and conditions in camp. Pritchard also used pages of the diary as a ledger for personal expenses.

1 bound volume.

Indiana Historical Society Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7631291

Indiana Historical Society Library

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United States. Army. Indiana Infantry Regiment, 85th (1862-1865)

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The 85th Indiana Infantry was organized on 2 September 1862 in Terre Haute, Indiana. In March of 1863 the unit engaged Confederate troops at the Battle of Thompson's Station in Tennessee. The Union forces surrendered and most of the troops of the 85th were captured and sent to Libby Prison. Released and returned to their own camp in June, they were greeted with a welcoming celebration. From the description of Letter, 12 June 1863. (Indiana Historical Society Library). WorldCat record...

Pritchard, Chauncey.

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Chauncey Pritchard of Praireton, Vigo County, Ind., enlisted in the 85th Indiana Infantry Regiment, Company K, on 21 December 1863. He mustered out on 12 June 1865. From the description of Civil War Diary, 1864. (Indiana Historical Society Library). WorldCat record id: 50686751 ...